Events
Friday, October 13
Courtyard Café
220 Elm Location: 220 Elm, 220 Elm, Shuttle Stop: 14 (Red/Green Line)
Enjoy complimentary cookies, coffee, and water.
Rugs 101
Jaipur Living Location: Jaipur Living, Commerce & Design, Floor 4, 4B, 4N, 4P Shuttle Stop: 14 (Red/Green Line)
Jaipur Living hosts IDCEC-certified CEU Rugs 101. Learn exactly how a rug is made–from the design process to material selection and yarn dyeing to construction. Attendees who complete Rugs 101 will receive one CEU credit.
Bed Bath & Beyond Trade Membership Presentation
Bed Bath & Beyond Trade Location: Bed Bath & Beyond Trade, Plaza Suites, Floor 1, 1-527, #T-5 Shuttle Stop: 9 (Green Line)
Join us in the HFA Resource center as we present the features and benefits of the Bed Bath and Beyond Trade Program. During this demo you will be able to apply to the program and gain access to your Design Page right away! We will have Trade associates onsite to help assist you with any questions you might have. This is also a great time to network and meet other Trade professionals. Refreshments, such as breakfast, lunch and snacks, are available in the HFA Resource center.
Chelsea Café Lounge
Chelsea on Green Location: Chelsea on Green, Chelsea On Green, Floor 1, 515 W. Green Dr. Shuttle Stop: 11 (Green Line)
Enjoy coffee, a cool drink or your favorite cocktail while you rest/recharge before exploring the curated antique dealers and their wares here at Chelsea on Green.
The Digital Service Experience: Blending Technology and Customer Care
Home Furnishings Association-HFA Location: Home Furnishings Association-HFA, Plaza Suites, Floor 1, 1-527 Shuttle Stop: 9 (Green Line)
Discover the power of integrating Service and Technology to surpass after-the-sale customer service expectations. Explore the benefits of utilizing innovative tools like virtual technicians, field service management, and automated communication to enhance the customer experience, strengthen your brand, and optimize operational cost efficiency.
Speakers: Dominik Lysaght
Consumer Buying Plans for the Second Half
High Point Market Authority Location: The Point (on Commerce Ave, one block from the Transportation Terminal)
Consumer Insights Now, a division of Home News Now, is presenting some of its key findings on consumer buying trends for residential furnishings in the second half of 2023. Consumers were asked what they plan to purchase, where they plan to purchase, and how this ties in with their home decorating plans. The research explores how consumers decorate their home, covering various styles that suit their decorating needs. The panel includes Tom Russell, editor-in-chief of Home News Now, Alex Milstein, editor-in-chief of Casual News Now and Courtney Porter, editor-in-chief of Decor News Now. In addition to presenting the major findings, the editors will address some of the challenges experienced by consumers and how to address those pain points.
Speakers: Tom Russell, Alex Milstein, Courtney Porter
Internal Loss Prevention: Focusing on Logistics, Supply Chain, and Inventory Management
Home Furnishings Association-HFA Location: Home Furnishings Association-HFA, Plaza Suites, Floor 1, 1-527 Shuttle Stop: 9 (Green Line)
Unknown losses across the supply chain can eat away at your bottom line. Technology and the systems it supports are a cornerstone of the best practices for internal loss prevention. Today we’ll discuss modern strategies, emerging technologies, and a scalable solution to shrinkage. We will highlight real-world examples from our Operational Audits conducted at major retailers all over the US. Learn how to reduce errors from the receiving department to the showroom floor!
Speakers: Greg Strosnider
The Blooming Board Pop-up
High Point Market Authority Location: The Point (on Commerce Ave, one block from the Transportation Terminal)
Offering a fresh assortment of salads, grain bowls, charcuterie, and desserts, The Blooming Board in The Point offers an easy and accessible lunch for Market-goers. Stop by, fuel up, and check out the Market resources available in The Point.
"THREE"
High Point Market Authority Location: The Art Gallery (TAG) at Congdon Yards | 400 W. English Rd.
“THREE” features the artwork of three female artists from Greensboro, NC - Agnes Preston-Brame, Adele Wayman and Sallie White. The three painters are friends and are delighted to be showing their artwork together. Each woman is well-versed in the tradition and history of painting and has dedicated years to developing and transforming their art to create significant bodies of work.
Daily Happiness
Varaluz Location: Varaluz, Market Square, Floor 2, 204 Shuttle Stop: 29 (Red Line)
Join us daily for the happy things in life! Tequila, Tamales, and Treats (cupcakes to be exact) all served daily beginning at 11 AM. Let Jorge introduce you to over 40 types of tequila with a tasting and then follow that up with homemade tamales and salsa so good you will want to slap your Grandma or hopefully buy some Varaluz! Follow that up with a sweet treat to give you the sugar you need for the rest of your day and you should be all set!
VERANDA Book Signing
Odette Location: Odette Shuttle Stop: 16 (Red Line)
Celebrate Veranda’s New Book, Simply Chic, at Odette with Steele Thomas Marcoux Book: Veranda Simply Chic by Stephanie Hunt;. Foreword by Steele Thomas Marcoux. About: A lavish collection of 30 spectacular homes around the world that are the epitome of chic, including coastal escapes, country retreats, and dramatic city residences.
Speakers: Steele Marcoux
Bold and Vibrant: Meet and Mingle with Artist Renée Stramel
CODARUS Location: CODARUS Shuttle Stop: 27 (Red Line)
“Meet and Mingle” with artist Renée Stramel is an event you simply cannot miss. Hear details on Renée’s process, inspiration, and style while enjoying wine and cheese. This one-day-only opportunity will challenge you to think differently about artwork and enjoy the beauty of creative expression. With a collection that grows quarterly with impactful pieces from around the world, Grand Image Home offers the best of curated and framed artwork on the market today.
Lunch With Home Trends & Design
Home Trends and Design Location: Home Trends and Design Shuttle Stop: 16 (Red Line)
Come stop by the Home Trends & Design showroom at 118 N. Wrenn St. and join us for lunch! We're hosting a catered lunch buffet on the 2nd floor of our High Point showroom every day of Market to keep you fueled up on your furniture browsing journey. If you're feeling adventurous, we'll be serving our famous Mango Margaritas!
Why Product Visuals are Crucial to Customer Conversion in 2023
Home Furnishings Association-HFA Location: Home Furnishings Association-HFA, Plaza Suites, Floor 1, 1-527 Shuttle Stop: 9 (Green Line)
Discover the power of product imagery in online shopping. 88% of consumers agree that eye-catching visuals are key to purchasing decisions. Join us for an insightful session where we will analyze the changing expectations of consumers and delve into the data comparing trends from year to year. Learn how retailers can effectively adapt to the rising demands and leverage stronger product visuals to drive better business outcomes.
Speakers: Dennis Gatts
Market Preview at Poetic Pillow
Poetic Pillow Location: Poetic Pillow, Suites At Market Square, Ground, G-7031 Shuttle Stop: 14 (Red/Green Line)
Come join us for a Market preview on Friday October 13th at 2PM. We will share our new line of cotton linen pillows inspired by the Dutch engraver Johannes Teyler. The season will welcome fanciful bird paintings. And finally, we welcome whimsey in Chinoiserie Fantasy in decorative pair pillows that conjure the motifs and colors of the Qing dynasty. We hope you will join in this preview.
Speakers: David Lee
Navigating Market like a Pro
High Point Market Authority Location: The point (on Commerce Ave, one block from the Transportation Terminal)
Introducing Lauren and Her Designer Friends: Your High Point Market Experts! Are you ready to navigate Market like a pro? Look no further! Lauren and her group of talented designer friends are here to help you make the most of your experience at Market. With Lauren and her designer friends by your side, you can confidently explore HPMKT like a seasoned professional. Their expertise in utilizing the travel concierge, free shuttles, educational and networking opportunities, and the official app will ensure you have a truly remarkable and productive experience at Market. Get ready to discover the latest trends, connect with industry experts, and find inspiration at HPMKT with Lauren and her designer friends as your trusted guides!
Speakers: Lauren Ashley, Antonio DeLoatch, Don Ricardo Massenburg, Lauren Graback, Timala Stewart, Kelly Collier-Clark
Designing for Showhouses
Universal Furniture International, Inc. Location: Universal Furniture International, Inc. Shuttle Stop: 15 (Red Line)
Showhouses can serve as a launching pad for designers to showcase their talent and gain recognition within the industry. This panel will delve into the practical considerations faced by designers, including budget constraints, time limitations, and the need to strike a balance between functionality and aesthetics. Join us for an engaging discussion that brings together a diverse group of interior designers from various backgrounds, localities, and showhouses to share their valuable experiences.
Speakers: Byron Cordero, Rydhima Brar, Andrew Suvalsky, Everick Brown, Kristin Bartone, Kesha Franklin
The Personal Project Paradox: Designing for Yourself - Perspectives from Design Experts
Odette Location: Odette Shuttle Stop: 16 (Red Line)
Make peace with your toughest client – yourself – with the help from renowned designers, Christopher Todd, John McClain, and Dennese Guadeloupe Rojas in an engaging panel discussion on navigating the challenges of personal design projects. Moderated by internationally renowned designer, photographer, and author Carley Summers, this panel of design experts will share their own experiences, strategies and insights to unravel the complexities and contradictions that arise when interior designers become their own patrons. Join us for a book signing for Carley and her new book Sacred Spaces after the discussion!
Speakers: Carley Summers, Christopher Todd, Dennese Guadeloupe Rojas, John McClain
Vintage Vibes Social
Chelsea on Green Location: Chelsea on Green, Chelsea On Green, Floor 1, 515 W. Green Dr. Shuttle Stop: 11 (Green Line)
Join the fun as we kick off Fall Market with our Vintage Vibes Social from 2-7pm. Chelsea on Green offers over 35 exhibitors, each having their own distinct style dedicated to vintage, antiques and original art works. We will be featuring “A Taste of High Point” by Frady's Taphouse & Eatery, paired with your favorite cocktail as you explore the magical world of antiques. There will be a Honey Mead tasting event from 4-7 located in the Chelsea Café Lounge. After your adventure at COG, hop on the dedicated shuttle provided by HPMKT to continue your adventures to the other Antique, Vintage and 1-of-a-kind showrooms around High Point.
Increase Sales by 3X on Your Online Store
Home Furnishings Association-HFA Location: Home Furnishings Association-HFA, Plaza Suites, Floor 1, 1-527 Shuttle Stop: 9 (Green Line)
Discover the game-changing potential of 3D and Augmented Reality for transforming the online buying experience. Gain valuable insights into the industry's driving forces and learn how to harness technology to captivate your customers and increase sales online.
Speakers: Prerna Malhotra
A Toast to 35 Years!
Currey & Company, Inc Location: Currey & Company, Inc, IHFC, Main, Floor 1, M110 Shuttle Stop: 1 (Transportation Terminal)
Join us as we celebrate 35 years as Currey & Company! As we celebrate our 35th year in business at Currey & Company, we’d like to take a moment to thank those of you who have ensured our success. The three-and-a-half decades during which so many relationships have blossomed have been remarkable ones because of you.
Designer Appreciation, a Toast to You
Kindel, Karges, Councill Location: Kindel, Karges, Councill, 200 Steele, Floor 1, 103 Shuttle Stop: 17 (Red Line)
Come see what is new at Kindel Grand Rapids and see some fresh new faces!! We want to celebrate you, our designer, and show you how much we value your business and partnerships. Cocktails each afternoon during Market from 3-5pm.
Vintage Vibes Social
Antique and Design Center Location: Antique and Design Center, Market Square, Ground, G 1-74 Shuttle Stop: 29 (Red Line)
Kick-off High Point Market on Friday, Oct 13th from 3-6pm with all the Vintage Vibes! Make your first stop the Antique & Design Center for a special Happy Hour filled with soulful antiques, live bluegrass, and sweet treats!
Join Us for Happy Hour
ICON Bunks Location: ICON Bunks, Suites At Market Square, Mezzanine, M-1007 Shuttle Stop: 14 (Red/Green Line)
Join ICON Bunks and ULE Modern for Happy Hour every night from 3pm to 6pm. We will have a signature cocktail each night and charcuterie snacks! We look forward to meeting you all at the show.
Real Estate Trends Impacting the Furniture Industry
Home Furnishings Association-HFA Location: Home Furnishings Association-HFA, Plaza Suites, Floor 1, 1-527 Shuttle Stop: 9 (Green Line)
Discover the top real estate trends shaping the furniture industry. Explore the effects of changing consumer needs, dwindling property availability, increasing rents, and fluctuating interest rates. Join this session to gain valuable insights on five key trends and learn how to adapt your business accordingly.
Speakers: Ben Haverty
Bonsai With Brownlee Currey | Part 3
Currey & Company, Inc Location: Currey & Company, Inc, IHFC, Main, Floor 1, M110 Shuttle Stop: 1 (Transportation Terminal)
Join us for an in-person and hands-on experience to learn more about the design and care of the bonsai in the Currey & Company showroom with our expert guide, Brownlee Currey! Back by popular demand, this will be our third showroom event about bonsai.
Speakers: Brownlee Currey
Behind The Scenes: Creating Your Brand, Your Voice, Your Image
Universal Furniture International, Inc. Location: Universal Furniture International, Inc. Shuttle Stop: 15 (Red Line)
Unlock Your Brand's Essence: Empowering Panel on Amplifying Your Voice and Image! Join visionary experts in this captivating discussion, crafting a brand that reflects you and makes an unforgettable impact, igniting a transformative journey of self-expression and design brilliance.
Speakers: DuVal Reynolds, Antonio DeLoatch, Jessica Robb, Tina Ramchandani, Venjhamin Reyes
Rose and Rubies: Jewelry Pop Up Trunk Show
Woodbridge Furniture Location: Woodbridge Furniture, 200 Steele, Floor 3, 301 Shuttle Stop: 17 (Red Line)
Come have a glass of rosé and shop with us! We're excited to host Matheson's Antiques and Lucky Fish Gallery for a jewelry pop up! Hosted in our showroom, they will have an assortment of antique, one-of-a-kind, and vintage jewelry for sale! Join us for beautiful jewelry, good drinks, and great conversation!
Bubbles & Beauty - Happy Hour At Antique & Design Center
Antique and Design Center Location: Antique and Design Center, Market Square, Ground, G 1-74 Shuttle Stop: 29 (Red Line)
Finish up those long Market days at the Antique & Design Center with some bubbly (water or prosecco - your choice) and some beautiful antiques! We guarantee you'll get your second wind as soon as you breathe in the beauty that abounds at the ADC!
Happy Hour
Porter Designs Location: Porter Designs, Centers of High Point: Hamilton, Level 2, 230 Shuttle Stop: 5 (Green Line)
Cheers! Join us for Northwest Beer & Wine during our daily Happy Hour!
Italian Wine Tasting & Hors d'oeuvres
Fabelli Italia Location: Fabelli Italia, IHFC, Hamilton, Floor 7, H734 Shuttle Stop: 1 (Transportation Terminal)
Fabelli Italia will host an Italian Wine Tasting in its showroom, featuring delicious, sumptuous wines from the region in Italy where Fabelli manufactures its furniture. Indulge yourself in fabulous wines, cheese and other hors d'oevres during this event, while socializing and previewing Fabelli's new collections.
Launch Party: Cheryl Luckett for Revolution Fabrics
Revolution Fabrics Location: Revolution Fabrics, 312 S. Hamilton St., 3rd Fl, Ste. 303 Shuttle Stop: 5 (Green Line)
Join us in celebrating Cheryl Luckett, the renowned designer and cherished member of the Revolution family, as we unveil her highly anticipated performance fabric collection, curated with Cheryl's unmistakable flair. Immerse yourself in her designs as you touch and feel these exquisite fabrics firsthand while raising a toast to this incredible collaboration that brings Cheryl's vision to life.
Speakers: Cheryl Luckett
Explore
Parker Southern Inc Location: Parker Southern Inc, 310 N. Hamilton St., Floor 3, S-301 Shuttle Stop: 18 (Red Line)
Celebrate our High Point Market showroom, themed "Explore"
Market Kick-Off Party – Veranda Hosts 10-Year Anniversary of the Mr. and Mrs. Howard Collection!
Mr. & Mrs. Howard Location: Mr. & Mrs. Howard Shuttle Stop: 18 (Red Line)
Who doesn't love a good party?! Steele Marcoux, Editor in Chief of Veranda invites you to a celebration for 10 years of inspirational design with Jim and Phoebe Howard of the Mr. and Mrs. Howard Collection for Sherrill Furniture! Taking place on Friday, Oct 13 from 5 - 7 PM on the 2nd floor of the new SHERRILL Showroom at 315 Fred Alexander Place, High Point, NC. We kindly ask that you RSVP for this event at Sherrillevents.com by Oct 9th. Excited to see you there!
Speakers: Steele Marcoux, Phoebe Howard, Jim Howard, Nelllie Howard Ossi
Mango Margarita Happy Hour with HTD
Home Trends and Design Location: Home Trends and Design Shuttle Stop: 16 (Red Line)
Join HTD every night from 5-7pm for our famous frozen Mango Margaritas! We'll be serving up both regular and Mango flavored margaritas, wine and beer from 5pm-7pm every night! Why Mango? HTD is a founding member of the Mango Foundation and manufactures many of its core products from this sustainable hardwood resource.
After Hours at The Point
High Point Market Authority Location: The Point (on Commerce Ave, one block from the Transportation Terminal)
Unwind after a full day of inspiration at Market with beer and wine from local brewery, Brown Truck Brewery. Take time to reflect, connect with other Market guests, or simply put your feet up and enjoy a quick break before heading back out for the evening's social events.
Saturday, October 14
Courtyard Café
220 Elm Location: 220 Elm, 220 Elm, Shuttle Stop: 14 (Red/Green Line)
Enjoy complimentary cookies, coffee, and water.
Science in Design Presents: Designing with a Doctor’s Note
Suites at Market Square Location: Sherwin-Williams Seminar Room (SAMS T-1022)
Designing with a Doctor’s Note panel will be led by Jane Dagmi, Executive Director, High Point By Design. She will be joined by Dr. Rebecca Tapia, neurology specialist at University of Texas; Angela Harris, TRIO & Patricia Kennedy, Rendezvous Design. They will explore how Dr. Tapia's approach to patients is beneficial in determining the needs and symptoms of a design client. Attendees will be provided a template for how to elicit the information needed to create their own design diagnosis! We'll give you a framework on how to ask design-related questions pertinent to health and function, suggestions on how they impact design specifications, and provide expert tips along the way. ANDMORE at High Point Market with Science in Design. RSVP
Speakers: Angela Harris, Dr. Rebecca Tapia, Patricia Kennedy, Jane Dagmi
Coffee & Sweets at the Suites
Suites at Market Square Location: Top Floor of the SAMS (Suites at Market Square)
Stop by the Top Floor of Suites at Market Square for complimentary coffee and mini bites to start your day off right! Compliments of ANDMORE at High Point Market.
IHFC Buyer Breakfast
IHFC Location: IHFC - Floors 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
Start your day off right with a complimentary breakfast bite and beverage in IHFC. Compliments of ANDMORE at High Point Market.
How You Can Leverage AI for Digital Marketing Strategies
Home Furnishings Association-HFA Location: Home Furnishings Association-HFA, Plaza Suites, Floor 1, 1-527 Shuttle Stop: 9 (Green Line)
Discover the power of AI in revolutionizing your digital marketing strategies. Join us to explore the effective implementation of AI tools, such as ChatGPT, for optimal SEO, paid media, website design, and more. Be at the forefront of innovation and take your marketing initiatives to the next level.
Speakers: Chris Long
Bed Bath & Beyond Trade Membership Presentation
Bed Bath & Beyond Trade Location: Bed Bath & Beyond Trade, Plaza Suites, Floor 1, 1-527, #T-5 Shuttle Stop: 9 (Green Line)
Join us in the HFA Resource center as we present the features and benefits of the Bed Bath and Beyond Trade Program. During this demo you will be able to apply to the program and gain access to your Design Page right away! We will have Trade associates onsite to help assist you with any questions you might have. This is also a great time to network and meet other Trade professionals. Refreshments, such as breakfast, lunch and snacks, are available in the HFA Resource center.
Chelsea Café Lounge
Chelsea on Green Location: Chelsea on Green, Chelsea On Green, Floor 1, 515 W. Green Dr. Shuttle Stop: 11 (Green Line)
Enjoy coffee, a cool drink or your favorite cocktail while you rest/recharge before exploring the curated antique dealers and their wares here at Chelsea on Green.
Hot Spot Tours
High Point Market Authority Location: The Point (on Commerce Ave, one block from the Transportation Terminal)
Enjoy a personal trip through some of the most stunning showrooms at Market with our Fall 2023 Hot Spot Tours! Esteemed Market veterans have put together curated tours consisting of 2-3 showroom stops. Find sustainable resources at HPMKT with Laura Hodges of Laura Hodges Studio, or join Leah Alexander of Beauty is Abundant for the inside scoop on art vendors. Please arrive at The Point by 9:15 am ahead of a prompt departure at 9:30am. Tour schedules and RSVP will be available on highpointmarket.org closer to Market.
Speakers: Laura Hodges, Leah Alexander
3 Top Ways to Build Your Business—The Lowdown on Fees, Team Structure and What You Want from Vendors
High Point Market Authority Location: The Point (on Commerce Ave, one block from the Transportation Terminal)
Business dynamics are evolving at a fast pace. What worked a few years ago may not be relevant today and won't work tomorrow. Moderated by Kaitlin Petersen, editor in chief of Business of Home, the teams from leading interior design consultancy, Pearl Collective, and architecture and interior design recruiting leader, Interior Talent, bring you the data and resources to drive smart business decisions now and into the future. Along with interior design business leaders, Georgia Zikas and Matthew Tenzin, the panel will share what works, what to cast off, and how to set yourself up for success. They'll reveal the results from the just-completed 2023 Interior Design Business Survey. Sponsored by MaterialWorks. Complimentary lunch to follow.
Speakers: Ken Roberts, Georgia Zikas, Kaitlin Petersen, Erin Weir, Gail Doby, Matthew Tenzin
3 Strategies to Transform Your Business for Profit & Joy
Suites at Market Square Location: Sherwin-Williams Seminar Room (SAMS T-1022)
Are you ready to transform your business into a thriving design firm that you absolutely love? Join Sandra Funk, Associate ASID and CEO of House of Funk, Interior Design Standard, as she shares her top three strategies that are essential to your business evolution. After this workshop, you will be ready to implement the systems that you need to transform your business, shift to a mindset that clients gravitate towards, and become truly valued and referred to in your community. Presented by ANDMORE at High Point Market, in partnership with ASID. (1 CEU) Register to attend.
Speakers: Sandra Funk
How to Set Flat Rates to Earn More with Less Stress
Universal Furniture International, Inc. Location: Universal Furniture International, Inc. Shuttle Stop: 15 (Red Line)
Tired of losing hours each week creating and adjusting hourly invoices? Ready to trade tracking time for earning what you deserve all the time? Then join designer business coach, Melissa Galt for this masterclass in how to set flat rates with defined deliverables, so your profit is protected and your client has confidence and clarity. The added bonus is you’ll know your cash flow at all times and your client can manage their interior investment with ease.
Speakers: Melissa Galt
Breakfast Bites
IHFC Location: IHFC - Floors 10 & 11
Start your day off right with a complimentary breakfast bite in IHFC. Compliments of ANDMORE at High Point Market.
Science in Design: Where are we headed?
Hooker Furnishings Location: Hooker Furnishings, Showplace, Floor 3 Shuttle Stop: 1 (Transportation Terminal)
Founder of Science in Design, Mike Peterson, will be joined by authors and architects Don Ruggles and Ann Sussman to discuss the future of science's impact on home furnishings and interior design. What role will neuroaesthetics play in design? What are the new technologies that will guide the design process? Is our need for nature a fundamental design consideration? Linda Kafka, Co-Founder of Science in Design, will moderate this extraordinary panel.
Speakers: Ann Sussman, Mike Peterson, Linda Kafka, Don Ruggles
3 Strategies to Transform Your Business for Profit & Joy
Sherwin-Williams Location: Sherwin-Williams Seminar Room (SAMS T-1022)
Are you ready to transform your business into a thriving design firm that you absolutely love? Join Sandra Funk, Associate ASID and CEO of House of Funk, Interior Design Standard, as she shares her top three strategies that are essential to your business evolution. After this workshop, you will be ready to implement the systems that you need to transform your business, shift to a mindset that clients gravitate towards, and become truly valued and referred to in your community.
Speakers: Sandra Funk
Mimosa Brunch | A Celebration of Timeless Design
Lillian August Location: Lillian August Shuttle Stop: 18 (Red Line)
Please join Margot Shaw, Founder and Editor-in-Chief of Flower Magazine and renowned interior designer, Lillian August and as they celebrate the timeless design aesthetic of Lillian's legendary brand. Mimosas and lite bites will be served on Saturday, Oct 14th from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. Kindly RSVP by October 9th at www.sherrillparty.com.
Speakers: Lillian August, Margot Shaw
Rosé All Day
Wendover Art Group Location: Wendover Art Group Shuttle Stop: 18 (Red Line)
Sip sip hooray, it’s Rosé all day! Come to the Wendover Art Group Showroom to shop our latest collection of wall art, lighting from Lowcountry Originals, and textiles by Kevin O’Brien. Oh, and did we mention we’ll be pouring Rosé all day long?
Increase Your Sales by 30% in 3 Easy Steps
Home Furnishings Association-HFA Location: Home Furnishings Association-HFA, Plaza Suites, Floor 1, 1-527 Shuttle Stop: 9 (Green Line)
Are you tired of struggling to increase your sales? Imagine boosting your sales by 30% with just three simple steps. Learn how to optimize your conversion percentage and average sale and increase traffic to your store. These three methods are proven to help you grow your business month after month. Don't fall behind the competition. Top-performing stores have already adopted this approach and are seeing huge profits.
Speakers: Rob Ball
Trade Secrets – A Designer’s Guide to Furniture, Art & Antiques Sourcing in European & American Markets
Odette Location: Odette Shuttle Stop: 16 (Red Line)
Unlock the trade secrets that will elevate your design projects and shape your sourcing approach in both European and American markets with Chairish, Traditional Home Magazine, The Antiques Diva & Co, Tina Ramchandani Creative, and Andrew Suvalsky Designs. Unveil hidden gems, insider tips, and invaluable strategies that define these distinct realms while gaining insights into the nuanced trends and cultural influences shaping design aesthetics and product design. Also discover how technology is revolutionizing sourcing authenticity and originality. Sponsored by Chairish and Traditional Home Magazine.
Speakers: Toma Clark Haines, Andrew Suvalsky, Noel Fahden, Tina Ramchandani, Krissa Rossbund
Meet and Greet with Suzanne Duin
Maison Maison Design Location: Maison Maison Design, Suites At Market Square, Ground, G-6020 Shuttle Stop: 14 (Red/Green Line)
Meet Suzanne Duin, celebrated interior designer and founder and creative director of Maison Maison, as the home furnishings brand makes its grand High Point debut this fall. Guided by Duin’s creative direction, Maison Maison products embody timeless interiors with a French antique feel. Guests will enjoy light bites and wine from her family vineyard, Stewart Cellars, and view the newest brand introductions.
Speakers: Suzanne Duin
Blackman Cruz: 30 years of Blood, Sweat and Tears (presentation & book-signing)
Antique and Design Center Location: Antique & Design Center Welcome Lounge
Discover your inspiration outside the dictates of trends. The founders of Blackman Cruz, Adam Blackman and David Cruz, are releasing their first book, "Beauty & Mischief: The Design Alchemy of Blackman Cruz", in celebration of their 30th Anniversary this October. Please join for brunch and a book signing after their presentation in the Welcome Lounge of the Antique & Design Center of High Point.
Speakers: Adam Blackman, David Cruz
Unlock the Potential of your Business Through Brand Photography
CODARUS Location: CODARUS Shuttle Stop: 27 (Red Line)
Are you in the luxury home industry looking to take your business to new heights? Join us for an exclusive event designed to help you harness the power of brand photography and elevate your business like never before with Ava Vienneau + Brittany Bowen, Girls at Flourish. In a competitive market, a strong brand image is your key to standing out and attracting the right clients. In the home industry, your unique vision and design philosophy deserve to be showcased in a way that captures attention and resonates with your target audience. This event is tailored to provide you with the insights and tools needed to unlock the full potential of your business through the art of brand photography.
Speakers: Ava Vienneau, Brittany Bowen
Biscuits & Bubbly Brunch at the Antique & Design Center
Antique and Design Center Location: Antique and Design Center, Market Square, Ground, G 1-74 Shuttle Stop: 29 (Red Line)
Join us for brunch on Saturday from 11-1. We'll be serving up some delicious southern favorites along with mimosas, bellinis, and juices to enjoy as you peruse the aisle of antiques, vintage and one-of-a-kind delights.
The Blooming Board Pop-up
High Point Market Authority Location: The Point (on Commerce Ave, one block from the Transportation Terminal)
Offering a fresh assortment of salads, grain bowls, charcuterie, and desserts, The Blooming Board in The Point offers an easy and accessible lunch for Market-goers. Stop by, fuel up, and check out the Market resources available in The Point.
Paint & Sip Twisted Tea Party with Natalie Papier of Home Ec.
Mitzi by Hudson Valley Lighting Location: Mitzi by Hudson Valley Lighting, Market Square, Mezzanine, M70, M90, M97, M99 Shuttle Stop: 29 (Red Line)
Join Natalie Papier and Mitzi for a whimsical tea party inspired by the bold and artistic flair of Home Ec. Interiors. Paint with the artist herself while sipping on creative twisted teas, brunch-style light bites, and exploring the stunning lighting collaboration, Home Ec x Mitzi Tastemakers.
College Football Tailgate TD Showroom Grand Opening
TD Point of Purchase Solutions Location: TD Point of Purchase Solutions, Plaza Suites, Floor 1, 1-419 Shuttle Stop: 9 (Green Line)
Please join us for our College Football Tailgate grand opening of our new TD Bank Showroom. Featuring multiple teams on multiple screens! Plus... lunch, drinks, games & prizes.
"THREE"
High Point Market Authority Location: The Art Gallery (TAG) at Congdon Yards | 400 W. English Rd.
“THREE” features the artwork of three female artists from Greensboro, NC - Agnes Preston-Brame, Adele Wayman and Sallie White. The three painters are friends and are delighted to be showing their artwork together. Each woman is well-versed in the tradition and history of painting and has dedicated years to developing and transforming their art to create significant bodies of work.
Daily Happiness
Varaluz Location: Varaluz, Market Square, Floor 2, 204 Shuttle Stop: 29 (Red Line)
Join us daily for the happy things in life! Tequila, Tamales, and Treats (cupcakes to be exact) all served daily beginning at 11 AM. Let Jorge introduce you to over 40 types of tequila with a tasting and then follow that up with homemade tamales and salsa so good you will want to slap your Grandma or hopefully buy some Varaluz! Follow that up with a sweet treat to give you the sugar you need for the rest of your day and you should be all set!
Fabric Collections by Guimar Urbina Home
The Wallpaper Company Location: The Wallpaper Company Shuttle Stop: 25 (Red Line)
We are going to be launching our drapery collection and we would love you to be a part of this.
Speakers: Guimar Urbina
TrendWatch: Fall 2023 - LIVE at Market!
Suites at Market Square Location: Sherwin-Williams Seminar Room (SAMS T-1022)
ANDMORE at High Point Market’s TrendWatch presentation returns this fall with a products-packed forecast comprised of leading trends shaping the home furnishings industry. Learn about the Fall 2023 two-themed program — “Brights & White and Middle Ground” — from home furnishings trend forecaster, creative director, and curator Julie Smith Vincenti of Nine Muses Media. Attendees will examine consumer research and creative intelligence from related arenas, as well as receive color, material, and finish guidance that buyers and designers will spot in the furniture, upholstery, textiles, decorative accessories, wall decor, and lighting categories. Presented by ANDMORE at High Point Market. (1 CEU) Register to attend.
Speakers: Julie Smith Vincenti
The Value Proposition of Market: Cultivating, and Stewarding Diverse Market Relationships
Universal Furniture International, Inc. Location: Universal Furniture International, Inc. Shuttle Stop: 15 (Red Line)
Panelists will share their experiences, strategies, and best practices for cultivating and nurturing relationships that resonate across a variety of market segments. They will offer practical insight on how they have adapted their market schedule to align with the goals set for their business. You won't want to miss this masterclass on leveraging every moment the largest international home furniture market has to offer, from planned heavy hitter events, to chance encounters.
Speakers: Joanna Saltz, Arianne Bellizaire, Kathy Kuo, Ashley Ross
Lunch With Home Trends & Design
Home Trends and Design Location: Home Trends and Design Shuttle Stop: 16 (Red Line)
Come stop by the Home Trends & Design showroom at 118 N. Wrenn St. and join us for lunch! We're hosting a catered lunch buffet on the 2nd floor of our High Point showroom every day of Market to keep you fueled up on your furniture browsing journey. If you're feeling adventurous, we'll be serving our famous Mango Margaritas!
Driving Business with Proven Follow up Strategies
Home Furnishings Association-HFA Location: Home Furnishings Association-HFA, Plaza Suites, Floor 1, 1-527 Shuttle Stop: 9 (Green Line)
Take action now to battle diminishing traffic! Join us for a conversation and hands-on training session where we'll discover two powerful techniques for reaching out to potential customers and following up with them effectively. Learn how to increase your close ratio and average sale with provided templates. Don't wait for opportunities to come to you - go out and get them!
Speakers: Jody Seivert
Creating & Growing Builder Relationships
Feizy Rugs Location: Feizy Rugs Shuttle Stop: 18 (Red Line)
Join panelists Lorna Gross, Founder and Principal of Lorna Gross Interior Design; Christina Garcia Lysaught, Founder and Principal Designer of Layered Dimensions Interior Design; and Tracee Murphy, CEO of Trade Mark Interiors; for this discussion moderated by Michael Bauer, Director of Trade Relations for Feizy Rugs. This panel will discuss the strategies, challenges, and rewards of building business relationships with home builders. Whether you are an aspiring interior designer or an established professional seeking to expand your network and enhance your career opportunities, this panel will provide invaluable insights into leveraging home builder partnerships for success in the interior design industry.
Speakers: Lorna Gross, Christina Garcia Lysaught, Tracee Murphy, Michael Bauer
Suite Spot Tour with Noel Gatts
Suites at Market Square Location: Tour will depart from the Sherwin-Williams Designer Lounge, Top Floor of SAMS (SAMS T-646)
Come along and join us as Noel Gatts, owner and founder of Noel Gatts Design, and beam&bloom™, HGTV host and designer on "What's Wrong With That House" and "Home Inspector Joe", shows us what she has found as new resources at ANDMORE at High Point Market this fall, and spend an time with her on this intimate guided tour. Noel will introduce you to her favorite products and exhibitors, through all three floors of The Suites at Market Square and our new Shoppe Object floor – showcasing what’s new, fresh, and must haves! Sponsored by ANDMORE at High Point Market. RSVP required.
Speakers: Noel Gatts
Right at Home with Bobby Berk: Book Signing Meet & Greet
Leftbank Art Location: Leftbank Art, IHFC, Hamilton, Floor 3, H304 Shuttle Stop: 1 (Transportation Terminal)
Design expert and Emmy-nominated TV host known for his work transforming lives and living spaces on Netflix's Queer Eye, Bobby Berk, is excited to announce he will be signing copies of his latest book, Right at Home, at the Leftbank Art showroom on Saturday, October 14 from 1:00 to 2:30 PM EST. Festivities include a meet and greet with Bobby, a free signed copy of his book, and the opportunity to see his latest designer art collection.
Diversifying Your Revenue Stream
Universal Furniture International, Inc. Location: Universal Furniture International, Inc. Shuttle Stop: 15 (Red Line)
Join us for an insightful discussion between three prominent designers about the ways they diversify their revenue streams in our industry today. From affiliate marketing to investing in real estate, our panel has years of combined experience expanding their sources of income in a variety of successful ways. Session followed by a champagne toast in the Designers Lounge to celebrate the launch of the Designer Alliance.
Speakers: Sara Malek Barney, Lucy Penfield, Lisa Brown, LuAnn Nigara
In Style & On the Money - Start with Art
High Point Market Authority Location: The Point (on Commerce Ave, one block from the Transportation Terminal)
Join us for an electrifying panel discussion, 'In Style & On the Money - Start with Art.' Discover how suggesting art to clients can elevate project value. Lola Sanchez, Creative Director of Oliver Gal Artist Co., and Courtney Porter, Editor-in-Chief of DNN, Decor News Now, unveil trends, curation tricks, and the power of customization. Ignite your artistic inspiration and take your design prowess to the next level. Be part of the conversation shaping the future of art-infused design. You are invited to join us afterward in C-365 for a showroom tour and book signing!
Speakers: Lola Sanchez, Courtney Porter
Sunbrella: Sustainable Performance Fabric: From Fibers to Design (CEU Course)
Hooker Furnishings Location: Hooker Furnishings, Showplace, Floor 3 Shuttle Stop: 1 (Transportation Terminal)
The proven durability and colorfastness of many performance fabrics allows them to maintain their appearance even in harsh outdoor environments. Today’s high-quality performance fabric looks right at home indoors, too, with soft inviting textiles available in a wide array of colors, textures and patterns. This course provides an analysis of the manufacturing processes, testing and relevant sustainability considerations and discusses the many possibilities for designing exceptional luxury and lifestyle spaces with performance fabric. Earn 1 IDCEC Continuing Education Unit (CEU); Continuing Education Course Code: CC-110253R1-1009
Speakers: Marcia Blake
Cheers! to the First Day of Market!
Accent Decor Location: Accent Decor, IHFC, Hamilton, Floor 3, H309 Shuttle Stop: 1 (Transportation Terminal)
It's the first day of market, and we're celebrating with appetizers, drinks, and new products! Stop by our showroom on Saturday, October 14th from 2-6pm and check out our inspiring installations and latest designs.
Party like it is 1973...
Chelsea on Green Location: Chelsea on Green, Chelsea On Green, Floor 1, 515 W. Green Dr. Shuttle Stop: 11 (Green Line)
Wear your bellbottoms and colorful tie dye and join us as we take a step back in time to 1973. Nixon was President and ended the war in Vietnam, the very first cell phone was invented which weighed in at a whopping 2 ½ lbs., Elvis had his Live Aloha concert from Hawaii, George Foreman beat Joe Frazier and Tony Orlando’s Tie a Yellow Ribbon was number 1! Where were you in 1973? Snacks and drinks will be provided while you dance through the showroom full of vintage and antique treasures. Fun to be had by all!!!
Cocktails Daily
Sarreid Ltd. Location: Sarreid Ltd., Commerce & Design, Floor 3, 3D Shuttle Stop: 14 (Red/Green Line)
Mimosas, Beer, Wine!
How to Measure Digital Marketing Return on Ad Spend
Home Furnishings Association-HFA Location: Home Furnishings Association-HFA, Plaza Suites, Floor 1, 1-527 Shuttle Stop: 9 (Green Line)
Is "above market average" or "increased traffic" enough to justify your ad spend? With digital advertising accounting for 35% to 65% of total ad spend, knowing if you're getting results is crucial. Learn about the tools and measurements of the top 20 digital ads to ensure your efforts are truly effective.
Speakers: Richard Harris
Cocktails and Book Signing with Pavarini Design
Feizy Rugs Location: Feizy Rugs Shuttle Stop: 18 (Red Line)
Join Charles Pavarini III and J. Randall Tarasuk of Pavarini Design at Feizy Rugs to celebrate their debut book, Lighting Beyond Edison: Brilliant Residential Lighting Techniques in the Age of LEDs, on Saturday, October 14 at 2:30 p.m. followed by light bites and drinks.
Speakers: Charles Pavarini III, J. Randall Tarasuk
KEYNOTE SERIES - Design for Identity: The Importance of Cultural Competence for the Design Profession
High Point Market Authority Location: High Point Theatre (located in the Transportation Terminal)
Why is it more critical now than ever to factor identity into design? How can we as designers pivot to get ahead of the cultural and demographic shifts that are shaping our customer base and our talent pool? These are the questions Jessica Bantom, author of Design for Identity: How to Design Authentically for a Diverse World, will address in this session. Drawing from her background in diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) and interior design, she evaluates design as a profession and a process through the lens of cultural competence. She presents the Design for Identity BlueprintTM to guide us toward an evolved approach that honors identity and results in meaningful outcomes for people who have been historically excluded.
Speakers: Jessica Bantom
How to Price Your Interior Design Services - Design Sips LIVE with Sandra Funk
Julian Chichester Location: Julian Chichester Shuttle Stop: 25 (Red Line)
It’s time for some real talk. Clients need to be able to understand your pricing model in two minutes or less. If it’s vague or mysterious, you’ll lose their trust and their attention. And, if they sense any insecurity, they either won’t work with you at all or they’ll try to negotiate your fees. (Oh, hell no!) Join Sandra Funk, business strategist and the celebrated design leader who built the boutique firm, House of Funk, at Julian Chichester's stunning showroom. Experience the live broadcast of her infamous YouTube show, Design Sips, where you can ask burning pricing questions and enjoy our signature Pimms cocktail. RSVP now for an intimate conversation.
Speakers: Sandra Funk
Interwoven Aesthetics: The Intersection of Fashion & Interior Design
Odette Location: Odette Shuttle Stop: 16 (Red Line)
Join the one and only Kelli Ellis as she moderates a captivating discussion on the fascinating relationship between fashion and interior design. Delve into the shared inspirations and influences that flow between these dynamic industries, as our fashion-forward designers Antonio DeLoatch, Catherine Schmetter, and David Quarles IV share their unique perspectives and insights on how these two disciplines intertwine, drawing inspiration from each other's worlds. Uncover the secrets of translating fashion trends into interior design concepts and vice versa, as they explore the shared aesthetics and creative crossovers between these dynamic industries.
Speakers: Kelli Ellis, Catherine Schmetter, Antonio DeLoatch, David Quarles IV
Creative Interior Solutions by Vicente Wolf | Book Signing Party
Currey & Company, Inc Location: Currey & Company, Inc, IHFC, Main, Floor 1, M110 Shuttle Stop: 1 (Transportation Terminal)
Meet the world-renowned interior designer, Vicente Wolf, and learn more about his 5th book published by Rizzoli New York 2023. In this new book, Mr. Wolf shares his expertise in creating simple and sophisticated interiors for more than 45 years. He is known for his masterful use of furniture, fabrics, art; and the use of rare antiques and handcrafted pieces (many acquired on his yearly globe-trotting adventures). Creative Interior Solutions is organized by topic and illustrated with Wolf’s own photographs. The design principles in this new volume are engaging and above all, practical. Signed copies of his book will be available for purchase.
Speakers: Vicente Wolf
An Entertaining Story and Afternoon Tea with India Hicks - A Charity Event Benefiting The Prince's Trust
Antique and Design Center Location: Antique and Design Center, Market Square, Ground, G 1-74 Shuttle Stop: 29 (Red Line)
Enjoy Champagne & Afternoon Tea with India Hicks at the Antique & Design Center of High Point as she shares tales from her latest book, "An Entertaining Story". Space is limited so reserve your seat today! The cost of your ticket is $150 & includes a decidedly British Afternoon Tea filled with savories, scones, and sweet treats served with champagne and tea. You will receive a copy of India's book and have a chance to chat with her as she signs it after her presentation. This event will benefit The Prince's Trust, a charity founded by King Charles in 1976, which remains close to India's heart and has helped transform the lives of over 1,000,000 young people worldwide. Thank you to our sponsors Replacements LTD, The Board Babe, & ANDMORE.
Speakers: India Hicks
Egypt Sherrod at Jeffan Showroom to Introduce Indigo Road x East at Main Collection
Jeffan International Location: Jeffan International, IHFC, Design Center, Floor 5, D536 Shuttle Stop: 1 (Transportation Terminal)
Launch party for HGTV star Egypt Sherrod’s new furniture collection Indigo Road x East at Main. Meet & greet hour with Egypt at 3:30pm.
Speakers: Egypt Sherrod
Designer Appreciation, a Toast to You
Kindel, Karges, Councill Location: Kindel, Karges, Councill, 200 Steele, Floor 1, 103 Shuttle Stop: 17 (Red Line)
Come see what is new at Kindel Grand Rapids and see some fresh new faces!! We want to celebrate you, our designer, and show you how much we value your business and partnerships. Cocktails each afternoon during Market from 3-5pm.
Afternoon Treats at the Suites
Suites at Market Square Location: Suites at Market Square
Come mingle with us as you have a refreshing treat while you network with your peers! Perfect place to pick up a refreshment and then explore the Suites at Market Square to see what’s new! Compliments of ANDMORE at High Point Market!
INTERHALL Cocktail Parties
IHFC Location: IHFC: INTERHALL 1st Floor
Where Market Mixes! Daily specialty cocktails throughout INTERHALL in IHFC. Compliments of ANDMORE at High Point Market.
Complimentary Fall Refreshments
IHFC Location: IHFC - Floors 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7
Join us for a complimentary refreshment while you shop & network with your peers through IHFC. Compliments of ANDMORE at High Point Market.
Join Us for Happy Hour
ICON Bunks Location: ICON Bunks, Suites At Market Square, Mezzanine, M-1007 Shuttle Stop: 14 (Red/Green Line)
Join ICON Bunks and ULE Modern for Happy Hour every night from 3pm to 6pm. We will have a signature cocktail each night and charcuterie snacks! We look forward to meeting you all at the show.
Sweet Treat Saturday!
Sarreid Ltd. Location: Sarreid Ltd., Commerce & Design, Floor 3, 3D Shuttle Stop: 14 (Red/Green Line)
Celebrate National Desert Day with Sarreid!
Happy Hour
Hooker Furnishings Location: Hooker Furnishings, Showplace, Floor 3 Shuttle Stop: 1 (Transportation Terminal)
Happy Hour @ Clyde's Cafe
Happy Hour
HMi Group---Hooker Furnishings Location: HMi Group---Hooker Furnishings, 220 Elm, Level 2, 200 Shuttle Stop: 14 (Red/Green Line)
Happy Hour @ Hooker Furnishings 220 Elm Showroom
Measuring the Success of Customer Satisfaction
Home Furnishings Association-HFA Location: Home Furnishings Association-HFA, Plaza Suites, Floor 1, 1-527 Shuttle Stop: 9 (Green Line)
Discover the key to unlocking your future business success: analyzing the opinions of your past customers. Studies have shown that satisfied customers are more likely to visit your business frequently, spend more money, and even refer their friends. Find out how to implement a well-defined Customer Experience model to ensure exceptional customer satisfaction and care at every level.
Speakers: Jonathan Schulman
Designing for Your Body, Mind, and Spirit: Achieving a Wholistic Approach to Balancing Opulence, and Zen
Suites at Market Square Location: Sherwin-Williams Seminar Room (SAMS T-1022)
Join us for an enlightening panel discussion as we delve into the art of designing spaces that nurture your body, mind, and spirit. Balancing opulence and zen, our esteemed panelists, Denise Gordon, Aviva Stanoff, Carolyn Kelly and Mercedes Austin will explore the creation of luxurious yet soulful spaces that uplift your well-being. Guided by moderator Courtney Porter, Editor in Chief of Decor News Now, this captivating dialogue will reveal practical strategies and profound insights into conscious design, offering a unique blend of aesthetics and holistic nourishment for a harmonious yet luxurious living experience. Presented by ANDMORE at High Point Market, in partnership with Decor News Now. (1 CEU) Register to attend.
Speakers: Denise Gordon, Aviva Stanoff, Carolyn Kelly, Mercedes Austin, Courtney Porter
RUE MAGAZINE Presents: The Brains Behind Cupcakes & Cashmere
Universal Furniture International, Inc. Location: Universal Furniture International, Inc. Shuttle Stop: 15 (Red Line)
The OG of fashion and style blogging--Emily Schuman--launched Cupcakes and Cashmere in 2008 and grew it into a must-read, aspirational lifestyle brand that has millions of visitors to her blog and social media platforms. Joined by her husband Geoffrey Fuller, the brand has expanded into robust e-commerce platforms, bestselling books, licensed product lines and a new luxury candle brand called Lavune. In this rare chat, RUE’s Editorial Director Kelli Lamb talks to the dynamic duo to understand how they built this from blog to bona-fide brand and how they pivot in an ever-changing media landscape. Discover their tricks, tips and insight that you can apply to your own business.
Speakers: Kelli Lamb, Emily Schuman, Geoffrey Fuller
Jessica Bantom Book Signing
Hooker Furnishings Location: Hooker Furnishings, Showplace, Floor 3 Shuttle Stop: 1 (Transportation Terminal)
Following her Keynote speech, Design for Identity: The Importance of Cultural Competence for the Design Profession at the High Point Theatre, Jessica Bantom, author of Design for Identity: How to Design Authentically for a Diverse World, will host a book signing in the Hooker Furnishings showroom.
Speakers: Jessica Bantom
Living by Design Showhouse Virtual Open House with Champagne Toast & Designer Mingle
Gabby Location: Gabby Shuttle Stop: 19 (Red Line)
Celebrate the launch of the 2023 Living by Design virtual showhouse with its 2023 design influencers, including Bobby Berk, Dabito, Don Ricardo Massenberg, and more. Take live virtual tours of the showhouse, and experience in-person the indoor-outdoor collections by Summer Classics that were used throughout.
Bubbles & Beauty - Happy Hour At Antique & Design Center
Antique and Design Center Location: Antique and Design Center, Market Square, Ground, G 1-74 Shuttle Stop: 29 (Red Line)
Finish up those long Market days at the Antique & Design Center with some bubbly (water or prosecco - your choice) and some beautiful antiques! We guarantee you'll get your second wind as soon as you breathe in the beauty that abounds at the ADC!
Happy Hour
Porter Designs Location: Porter Designs, Centers of High Point: Hamilton, Level 2, 230 Shuttle Stop: 5 (Green Line)
Cheers! Join us for Northwest Beer & Wine during our daily Happy Hour!
Tobi Fairley Product Launch Party
Woodbridge Furniture Location: Woodbridge Furniture, 200 Steele, Floor 3, 301 Shuttle Stop: 17 (Red Line)
Join us for light bites and beverages as we celebrate Tobi's latest designs for Woodbridge! Come meet and greet with Tobi (in person!) from 4-6 PM on Saturday night.
Speakers: Tobi Fairley
Scot Meacham Wood Trunk Show
Woodbridge Furniture Location: Woodbridge Furniture, 200 Steele, Floor 3, 301 Shuttle Stop: 17 (Red Line)
Come view the latest designs from Scot Meacham Wood! This year’s collections are ‘The Beatrice Cottage Collection’ - lush tartan and romantic florals - and ‘The Equestrian Tartans Collection’ -bright, iconic tartans with ‘Hermès’-inspired prints. We look forward to seeing you there!
Harvest Jubilee in SALON
Suites at Market Square Location: Suites at Market Square, Ground Floor SALON
Gather for a festive celebration as you sip on a fall favorite, while rediscovering the design-focused, fashion-forward, curated products offered by the distinctive selection of exhibitors, found in SALON! Compliments of ANDMORE at High Point Market!
R.A.D. Happy Hour
Ross Alan Lumber Location: Ross Alan Lumber, Centers of High Point: Hamilton, Level 2, 211 Shuttle Stop: 5 (Green Line)
Come join us for a Ross Alan Design "RAD" Happy Hour at our booth! October 14th from 4pm-6pm. A nice social event featuring Ross Alan Signature cocktails curated and smoked with our Century+ barn wood. Whether you would enjoy our twist on an Old Fashioned, a Smokey Margarita or some good conversation about our brand and design process, we would love to see you! Meet our Co-Founder, Georgie as she will be there at the show.
The Art of Cozy with Kate Marker, Designer Collection Launch Party
Leftbank Art Location: Leftbank Art, IHFC, Hamilton, Floor 3, H304 Shuttle Stop: 1 (Transportation Terminal)
Join us in celebrating the launch of Kate Marker's new art collection. Enjoy the artwork which explores nature and unexpected textures, bringing warmth and comfort to any special space in your home. Meet Kate, and enjoy light bites, cocktails, and a champagne toast at 5pm.
Inspired Happy Hour With General Public Featuring Artist Sallie White
CODARUS Location: CODARUS Shuttle Stop: 27 (Red Line)
Join General Public for an inspiring happy hour celebrating the Synograph™, a groundbreaking 3-D technology, redefining the limits of printing, recreating every detail of the original artwork with total fidelity. We will be mixing up zesty Paloma cocktails and providing in-depth insights into our innovative process, meticulous curation, and our extensive collection of art, featuring contributions from internationally renowned artists. At this exclusive gathering, you’ll have the unique opportunity to delve into the artistic world of Sallie White, one of our esteemed contemporary artists. Sallie will offer insights into her creative process, artistic style, and partnership with General Public.
Feizy 50 Celebration
Feizy Rugs Location: Feizy Rugs Shuttle Stop: 18 (Red Line)
Come and join us in celebrating a momentous occasion as Feizy Rugs marks its 50th anniversary at High Point Market! On October 14th, from 4 to 7 pm, we invite you to partake in an unforgettable evening filled with live music, amazing food, refreshing drinks, and giveaways galore! As a prominent player in the industry for five decades, Feizy takes immense pride in its journey and the relationships built along the way. This celebration is a tribute to our valued customers, partners, and the entire design community that has supported us throughout the years. We cannot wait to raise a toast to the past, present, and an exciting future ahead! Be sure to mark your calendars, as this is an event you won’t want to miss at High Point Market.
Happy Hour in the COHAB.SPACE Gallery
Blue Spiral 1 Location: Blue Spiral 1 Shuttle Stop: 0 (Go Anywhere Shuttle)
Join Blue Spiral 1 Fine Art Gallery and COHAB.SPACE for drinks in the gallery! Learn about the gallery and meet the artists who are exhibiting followed by live music and a special Night Market hosted by COHAB.SPACE.
Launch Party with Denise McGaha for Vervain
Fabricut Location: Fabricut, Market Square, Floor 2, 217 Shuttle Stop: 29 (Red Line)
Join us in the Fabricut showroom to celebrate the launch of Denise McGaha for Vervain! Enjoy refreshments and mingle as you get a first look at Denise's collection of fabrics and wallcoverings.
Speakers: Denise McGaha
We (Love) Designers Courtyard Party @ 220 Elm
HMi Group---Hooker Furnishings Location: HMi Group---Hooker Furnishings, 220 Elm, Level 2, 200 Shuttle Stop: 14 (Red/Green Line)
Join Hooker Furnishings on the courtyard at 220 Elm for music, drinks, dinner and giveaways, while exploring our designer-friendly brands including Pulaski, Samuel Lawrence Furniture and Drew & Jonathan Home! Complimentary shuttles from Showplace to 220 Elm will be available.
Design Manager Social Mixer
High Point Market Authority Location: The Point (on Commerce Ave, one block from the Transportation Terminal)
Design Manager is the interior design industry's premier business management platform. From solo practitioners to the largest studios in the world, thousands of designers rely on Design Manager for project management, purchasing, accounting, and much more. Join us for drinks and meet the team behind this powerful designer resource.
Speakers: Daniel Bernard, Olivia Jackson, Kevin Lee, Bobbie Combs
Designer Social Night
AMAX Leather Location: AMAX Leather, Furniture Plaza, Floor 2, 215 Shuttle Stop: 9 (Green Line)
We cordially invite all Designers to join us for an exquisite evening of indulgence at the Hydeline by Amax Wine and Cheese Social Event. Savor a curated selection of fine wines and artisanal cheeses, while engaging in captivating conversations with fellow designers and industry professionals. As a token of our appreciation, we have prepared a SWAG bag plus an exciting top-grain leather furniture giveaway! Win a chance to take home a masterpiece from Hydeline by Amax. Learn more about our trade program, tailored to empower designers with exclusive benefits and insights into our craftsmanship and value. RSVP now to secure your place at this exclusive soirée and be part of an unforgettable evening of style, sophistication and class.
SFC Redesigned Launch Party
Home Trends and Design Location: Home Trends and Design Shuttle Stop: 16 (Red Line)
Join Home Trends & Design and the Sustainable Furnishings Council in celebrating the relaunch of the SFC website and brand new logo! Hors d'oeuvres, libations and live music will be provided, so come meet the SFC and HTD teams and mingle with other sustainably minded furniture professionals. RSVP to admin@sustainablefurnishings.org.
THE MET X Eichholtz Launch Gala
Eichholtz Location: Eichholtz Shuttle Stop: 1 (Transportation Terminal)
Eichholtz and The Metropolitan Museum of Art cordially invite High Point Market attendees to join us in celebrating the launch of our inaugural collaboration collection, THE MET X Eichholtz. Enjoy an elegant evening of inspiration, dressed in your Market best, as we present the highly anticipated 90-piece collection for the first time in the US.
Designer Social at The Hall
Interior Design Society Member Lounge Location: Home Furnishings Hall of Fame - 311 S Hamilton
Visit the new Home Furnishings Hall of Fame ("The Hall") for cocktails, appetizers, and live music by Chamberlin Birch as IDS and Norwalk Furniture celebrate web tools for interior designers. We'll raise a glass to IDS Designer of the Year award winners as we socialize and re-connect at a beautiful new High Point venue.
After Hours at The Point
High Point Market Authority Location: The Point (on Commerce Ave, one block from the Transportation Terminal)
Unwind after a full day of inspiration at Market with beer and wine from local brewery, Brown Truck Brewery. Take time to reflect, connect with other Market guests, or simply put your feet up and enjoy a quick break before heading back out for the evening's social events.
Drinks + Design
Hubbardton Forge Location: Hubbardton Forge, IHFC, Commerce, Floor 1, IH211, IH212 Shuttle Stop: 1 (Transportation Terminal)
Join us as we celebrate the members of our new Design Advisory Council—Joshua Smith, Jeanne Chung, Tim Green, Christopher Todd, and Shay Geyer.
The City! Live at Center Stage
High Point Market Authority Location: Center Stage, in between the Transportation Terminal and Showplace
Join us on Saturday, October 14 at Center Stage as we welcome musical guests The City! Bring your Market friends and jam out to covers of some of your favorite songs. Doors open at 6:30pm and the concert begins at 7:00pm. Early entry for buyers is 6:15pm. Complimentary food & beverage will be provided. No one under the age of 15 will be permitted entry. Presented by the High Point Market Authority. Valid Fall Market Pass required for entry.
Sunday, October 15
Pink Out High Point!
IHFC Location: IHFC and All of High Point Market
The home furnishings industry joins in the race to find a cure for breast cancer through City of Hope. By wearing pink to High Point Market on October 15, you will help spread awareness and be a part of the race for a cure. Show your support for those remembered, today’s fighters, survivors and City of Hope! WEAR YOUR PINK TO MARKET ON SUNDAY, OCTOBER 15! Learn more and donate today! CityofHope.org/PinkOut
WithIt Education Breakfast presented by Myriad Software "Rise & Shine"
IHFC Location: IHFC-Green Wing-11th floor-Int'l Ballroom
Rise & Shine! You’ve shattered glass ceilings, broken boundaries, and forged paths. Now, it’s time to shine brightly and lean in to elevating yourself and learning to become professionally assertive while also supporting and inspiring others. Dr. Rhonda Butler, management professor at High Point University, will teach us how. Let’s learn how to “Rise and Shine” together and empower one another. This program is meant for all levels of career experience. WithIt networking allows you to meet those who can benefit from your experience. Enjoy a hot breakfast buffet and networking, as we gather for an inspiring talk with actionable take-aways that you can use immediately. Get more information and purchase tickets at withit.org/events/
Speakers: Dr. Rhonda Butler
Courtyard Café
220 Elm Location: 220 Elm, 220 Elm, Shuttle Stop: 14 (Red/Green Line)
Enjoy complimentary cookies, coffee, and water.
Market Prayer Breakfast
Gabby Location: Gabby Shuttle Stop: 19 (Red Line)
Join us for our High Point Market Prayer Breakfast, where we will come together in faith, reflection, and community. As we navigate the challenges and blessings of life, we believe that prayer has the power to uplift our spirits, strengthen our bonds, and provide solace during trying times. Our Prayer Breakfast offers a unique opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals who share in the belief and the power of prayer. We sincerely hope you can join us as we come together in unity, gratitude, and prayer to kick off another High Point Market.
Coffee & Sweets at the Suites
Suites at Market Square Location: Top Floor of the SAMS (Suites at Market Square)
Stop by the Top Floor of Suites at Market Square for complimentary coffee and mini bites to start your day off right! Compliments of ANDMORE at High Point Market.
IHFC Buyer Breakfast
IHFC Location: IHFC - Floors 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
Start your day off right with a complimentary breakfast bite and beverage in IHFC. Compliments of ANDMORE at High Point Market.
State of the Furniture Industry with Jerry Epperson
Home Furnishings Association-HFA Location: Home Furnishings Association-HFA, Plaza Suites, Floor 1, 1-527 Shuttle Stop: 9 (Green Line)
Mr. Epperson, a renowned industry veteran, is set to impart his wealth of knowledge regarding the State of the Furniture Industry including current market dynamics and strategies for staying ahead of the competition. During this highly informative seminar he will be offering insightful perspectives on recent advancements and capturing industry trends. You will gain invaluable insights into both the current landscape and its projected development over the coming years.
Speakers: Jerry Epperson
Free Designer Headshots
HMi Group---Hooker Furnishings Location: HMi Group---Hooker Furnishings, 220 Elm, Level 2, 200 Shuttle Stop: 14 (Red/Green Line)
Stop by the Hooker Furnishings Showroom at 220 Elm Sunday or Monday from 9am to 5pm for a new business headshot! Complimentary hair / makeup touchups + bubbly is included!
Bed Bath & Beyond Trade Membership Presentation
Bed Bath & Beyond Trade Location: Bed Bath & Beyond Trade, Plaza Suites, Floor 1, 1-527, #T-5 Shuttle Stop: 9 (Green Line)
Join us in the HFA Resource center as we present the features and benefits of the Bed Bath and Beyond Trade Program. During this demo you will be able to apply to the program and gain access to your Design Page right away! We will have Trade associates onsite to help assist you with any questions you might have. This is also a great time to network and meet other Trade professionals. Refreshments, such as breakfast, lunch and snacks, are available in the HFA Resource center.
Chelsea Café Lounge
Chelsea on Green Location: Chelsea on Green, Chelsea On Green, Floor 1, 515 W. Green Dr. Shuttle Stop: 11 (Green Line)
Enjoy coffee, a cool drink or your favorite cocktail while you rest/recharge before exploring the curated antique dealers and their wares here at Chelsea on Green.
Hot Spot Tours
High Point Market Authority Location: The Point (on Commerce Ave, one block from the Transportation Terminal)
Enjoy a personal trip through some of the most stunning showrooms at Market with our Fall 2023 Hot Spot Tours! Esteemed Market veterans have put together curated tours consisting of 2-3 showroom stops. Join Antonio DeLoatch of Antonio DeLoatch Interiors + Design for a tour of new launches debuting at Market, or meet the hosts of the Hot Young Designers Club podcast, Rebecca Plumb and Shaun Crha, for a tour of their favorite showrooms. Please arrive at The Point by 9:15 am ahead of a prompt departure at 9:30am. Tour schedules and RSVP will be available on highpointmarket.org closer to Market.
Speakers: Antonio DeLoatch, Rebecca Plumb, Shaun Crha
Tell the Truth: What Real Designers Do to Win at Business
Universal Furniture International, Inc. Location: Universal Furniture International, Inc. Shuttle Stop: 15 (Red Line)
How do you collect coveted referrals from clients? What tips help take clients’ minds from money-driven to design-loving? Pearl Collective will lead a lively and real-life discussion with interior design pros, Cheryl Luckett and Tina Ramchandani, on these and many other hot-button topics. We’ll also look at the newly-released results from the 2023 Interior Design Business Survey to find how others are rising to the top and how you can put some of these smart ideas into practice in your firm.
Speakers: Gail Doby, Erin Weir, Cheryl Luckett, Tina Ramchandani
Discovering American Sugar: The Quest for American Made Products
Suites at Market Square Location: Sherwin-Williams Seminar Room (SAMS T-1022)
There are many hidden gems throughout the US waiting to be uncovered, so why not embark on a quest of discovery at High Point Market? In this discussion with Erin & Ben Napier, hosts of HGTV's Home Town, Home Town Takeover, and Home Town Kickstart, they will discuss the value and long lasting impacts of American Made products and American manufacturing, and what they have discovered to be the sweet things that can’t be overlooked. As successful business owners, authors, and active members of their community and in their hometown of Laurel, Mississippi, their travels across the US have deepened their appreciation and understanding of handcrafted, American Made product. Led by Diane Falvey, in partnership with ANDMORE at HPM and FLD.
Speakers: Diane Falvey, Ben Napier, Erin Napier
Vicente Wolf | An Intimate Conversation With Gary Inman
High Point Market Authority Location: The point (on Commerce Ave, one block from the Transportation Terminal)
Join internationally acclaimed interior designer, Vicente Wolf and Gary Inman in an intimate conversation. Mr. Inman is the Designer-in-Residence and Professor of Interior Design at High Point University. Mr. Wolf is celebrated for his erudite spaces that transcend time, aesthetic styles, and cultures to radiate bold, yet serene, lifestyle statements. He is a world traveler and has journeyed to exotic locations such as Ethiopia, Myanmar, Thailand, and Syria. He weaves these influences in a manner that delights the eye and inspires the imagination.Signed copies of his 5th book, CREATIVE INTERIOR SOLUTIONS, published by Rizzoli New York 2023 will be available for purchase. The event and luncheon are sponsored by Currey & Company.
Speakers: Vicente Wolf, Gary Inman
Sense of Place: Book Signing with Caitlin Flemming and Lauren Liess
Woodbridge Furniture Location: Woodbridge Furniture, 200 Steele, Floor 3, 301 Shuttle Stop: 17 (Red Line)
Sense of Place: Design Inspired by Where We Live by Caitlin Flemming and Julie Goebel will be available for purchase and signing on Sunday morning! Lauren Liess' home was photographed for Sense of Place and she will be on site as well!
Breakfast Bites
IHFC Location: IHFC - Floors 10 & 11
Start your day off right with a complimentary breakfast bite in IHFC. Compliments of ANDMORE at High Point Market.
Sneak Peek Brunch: The NeKeia Collection for Ngala Trading, 2.0!
Ngala Trading Co. Location: Ngala Trading Co. , Suites At Market Square, Ground, G-7015, G-7020 Shuttle Stop: 14 (Red/Green Line)
Ngala Trading invites you to join the team along with designer Keia McSwain of NeKeia & Co. to preview her newest licensed collection that is set to debut Spring 2024! Building on her successful lighting collection from 2020, Keia's additions will include new product categories including furniture, case goods, and accessories, brought to life by the hands of skilled artisans across the African continent. This inspiring brunch will allow guests to virtually browse the upcoming designs and mingle with Keia and the creative minds behind the Ngala Trading brand.
Speakers: Keia McSwain
Tools and Techniques for Finding Clients Design DNA, presented by HGTV’s Kim Wolfe
Hooker Furnishings Location: Hooker Furnishings, Showplace, Floor 3 Shuttle Stop: 1 (Transportation Terminal)
Kim Spradlin Wolfe, is best known as the winner of CBS's, "Survivor - One World." Most recently she is host of HGTV's, "Why the Heck Did I Buy this House?!" and mentor on HGTV's hit series, "Battle on the Mountain." Kim will be sharing some of her more interesting experiences navigating reality TV and the similar attributes it takes to be successful in the sometimes "tricky" design world. She will share on vision, showing up gritty everyday, and the importance of having honest connections. Kim believes that the space we live in absolutely changes the way we feel and can absolutely change a person's life.
Speakers: Kim Wolfe
Brunch and Book Signing with Carrier and Company
Century Furniture Location: Century Furniture, 200 Steele, Floor 2, 213 Shuttle Stop: 17 (Red Line)
Join Century and Carrier and Company for a brunch and book signing to celebrate their newest collaboration, Carrier and Company Outdoor for Century.
Personality, Process, Pricing and Profit
Sherrill Furniture Company Location: Sherrill Furniture Company Shuttle Stop: 18 (Red Line)
It's no secret that running a successful design business is a puzzle. From building a team to developing a brand to learning which processes and structures work best for you, figuring out how all the pieces fit together can seem daunting. Renowned business coach Melissa Galt sits down with interior designers Justine Knox, Isabel Ladd, and DuVal Reynolds to share the stories and lessons that helped propel their businesses forward! Meet in the Design Center on the 2nd Floor of the Sherrill Showroom at 315 Fred Alexander Place, High Point, NC.
Speakers: DuVal Reynolds, Melissa Galt, Isabel Ladd, Justine Knox
Designer Meet & Greet: Nicole White and Justin Q. Williams
Leftbank Art Location: Leftbank Art, IHFC, Hamilton, Floor 3, H304 Shuttle Stop: 1 (Transportation Terminal)
Meet designers Nicole White and Justin Q Williams in the Leftbank Art showroom on Sunday, October 15, 2023, from 10 AM to 12 PM EST. Nicole White's designer art collection features pieces adorned with abundant gold accents and bursts of expressive, bold, and vibrant colors, while Justin Q. Williams' designer art collection captivates with lively neutrals imbued with dynamic movement, rich textures, and intricate details. Learn more about their creative insights and witness their awe-inspiring collections up close!
Mimosa Bar + Breakfast Bites
Accent Decor Location: Accent Decor, IHFC, Hamilton, Floor 3, H309 Shuttle Stop: 1 (Transportation Terminal)
Sip, snack and shop our showroom with a complimentary mimosa bar and breakfast bites! Explore our newest curation of home decor products with your drink of choice in hand!
Cash Flow In This Or Any Economy
Home Furnishings Association-HFA Location: Home Furnishings Association-HFA, Plaza Suites, Floor 1, 1-527 Shuttle Stop: 9 (Green Line)
We've just had two amazing years of retail sales, and now things are cooling off, but that does not mean you can't enjoy great cash flow. In this session, you will learn the tools needed to make sure your store continues to generate more than enough cash to run your furniture business and help you achieve your goals.
Speakers: Dan Jablons
Lighting Highlights Tour with Barry Goralnick
Suites at Market Square Location: Tour will depart from the Sherwin-Williams Designer Lounge, Top Floor of SAMS (SAMS T-646)
In search of some new lighting resources? Join ANDMORE at High Point Market and award-winning design expert Barry Goralnick, founder of Goralnick Architecture Design Studio D.P.C, for a tour of lighting resources in High Point Market that can take your project to the next level. Learn some new tips from Barry, and some of his best practices in choosing and installing fixtures that will stand the test of time and trends. Follow along to see in person what is inspiring and learn more about LED color and temperature, simply how high to choose the best lighting option to present your clients! Barry will lead this tour through the Suites at Market Square, Market Square and the C&D Buildings. Presented by ANDMORE at High Point Market. RSVP today!
Speakers: Barry Goralnick
Bedding and Brunch with TL at Home
CODARUS Location: CODARUS Shuttle Stop: 27 (Red Line)
Get ready to indulge in a morning of sheer luxury and style at High Point Market with TL at Home! We cordially invite you to join us for a delightful “Bedding and Brunch” event on Sunday morning that promises to be nothing short of spectacular. Be the first to witness TL at Home’s newest Fall favorites, including the exquisite Quinn, Lolo, and Camp collections in a stunning ivory palette. These pieces are a testament to our commitment to delivering “Livable Luxury Made with Love.” At TL at Home, we believe in turning dreams into reality and homes into havens. Join us for Mimosas and Savor mouthwatering brunch creations and the latest trends in interior design.
How to Source Furniture for Well-being: Meet Next-gen Designer and Creator of “BEAR”
Nathan Anthony Furniture Location: Nathan Anthony Furniture, IHFC, Commerce, Floor 1, IH602 Shuttle Stop: 1 (Transportation Terminal)
Interior design has the power to change lives, and the future of furniture design lies in its ability to elicit a positive emotional response or cater to a need. From the imagination of a young designer comes “BEAR,” an upholstered chair intended to calm and comfort. With his forward-looking focus on product design, Otis College of Art and Design student and contemporary upholstery manufacturer namesake Nathan Anthony Mai follows in the footsteps of his parents Tina Nicole and Khai Mai, founders of Nathan Anthony Furniture. How will you select and incorporate furniture for well-being in the future? Meet the next-gen designer for a fresh exchange of ideas and new design technology insights during this uniquely interactive educational event.
Speakers: Nathan Anthony Mai
Streamlining Success: Mastering Finances, Policies, and Procedures for Interior Design Businesses
Odette Location: Odette Shuttle Stop: 16 (Red Line)
LuAnn Nigara and our expert panel of speakers, Michelle Murphy, Alex Alonso, and Beth Diana Smith, for an insightful discussion on streamlining success in your interior design business. Discover invaluable strategies to optimize your finances, implement effective policies, and streamline procedures that will propel your business to new heights. Learn from industry leaders and unlock the secrets to maximizing your business's potential.
Speakers: Beth Diana Smith, Michelle Murphy, Alex Alonso, LuAnn Nigara
Historic Inspiration in Contemporary Design with Lonesome Pictopia
Antique and Design Center Location: Antique & Design Center Welcome Lounge
Join Melanie Nead and Sierra Gotelli of Lonesome Pictopia as they discuss historic inspiration in contemporary design, including an exploration of historic ornament, wallpaper printing methods, and how they have responded to historic inspiration within their own work. Lonesome Pictopia creates original wallpapers, murals, and goods inspired by American tattooing, the Arts and Crafts Movement, and the wild spaces of the Pacific Northwest.
Speakers: Melanie Nead, Sierra Gotelli
ED Ellen DeGeneres & EJ Victor Celebrate Designer, Mark Grattan
EJ Victor Location: EJ Victor Shuttle Stop: 11 (Green Line)
ED Ellen DeGeneres & EJ Victor invite you to join us for Brunch, as we celebrate designer Mark Grattan as he launches his exclusive design for the brand.
Speakers: Mark Grattan
The Blooming Board Pop-up
High Point Market Authority Location: The Point (on Commerce Ave, one block from the Transportation Terminal)
Offering a fresh assortment of salads, grain bowls, charcuterie, and desserts, The Blooming Board in The Point offers an easy and accessible lunch for Market-goers. Stop by, fuel up, and check out the Market resources available in The Point.
Sunday Funday Brunch
Wendover Art Group Location: Wendover Art Group Shuttle Stop: 18 (Red Line)
Discover the latest additions to our collection at Wendover showroom’s Sunday Brunch! Featuring delicious southern fare and over 500 incredible art pieces, including new releases from The Met, Thom Filicia, and Lillian August, textiles from Kevin O’Brien Studio, and captivating introductions from Lowcountry Originals. Don’t miss out!
"THREE"
High Point Market Authority Location: The Art Gallery (TAG) at Congdon Yards | 400 W. English Rd.
“THREE” features the artwork of three female artists from Greensboro, NC - Agnes Preston-Brame, Adele Wayman and Sallie White. The three painters are friends and are delighted to be showing their artwork together. Each woman is well-versed in the tradition and history of painting and has dedicated years to developing and transforming their art to create significant bodies of work.
Daily Happiness
Varaluz Location: Varaluz, Market Square, Floor 2, 204 Shuttle Stop: 29 (Red Line)
Join us daily for the happy things in life! Tequila, Tamales, and Treats (cupcakes to be exact) all served daily beginning at 11 AM. Let Jorge introduce you to over 40 types of tequila with a tasting and then follow that up with homemade tamales and salsa so good you will want to slap your Grandma or hopefully buy some Varaluz! Follow that up with a sweet treat to give you the sugar you need for the rest of your day and you should be all set!
Art as the Final Piece: Enhancing Atmospheres and Leaving Lasting Impressions
Fairfield Chair Company Location: Fairfield Chair Company, 200 N. Hamilton St., Floor 1, 100 Shuttle Stop: 18 (Red Line)
Embark on a journey into the transformative world of art, where every piece completes the design puzzle. Join Diane Falvey, Editor-in-Chief of Furniture, Lighting & Decor, alongside esteemed artists, gallery owners, and designers Cassie Adams, Michael Mitchell, Susie Novak, and Williams Martinez, as they delve into the profound impact of art in creating immersive environments. From residential to hospitality and commercial, discover their strategies for how art seamlessly integrates into projects, serving as the final touch that elevates spaces to breathtaking heights.
Speakers: Diane Falvey, Cassie Adams, Michael Mitchell, Susie Novak, Williams Martinez
Sherwin-Williams 2024 Colormix® Forecast
Suites at Market Square Location: Sherwin-Williams Seminar Room (SAMS T-1022)
ANDMORE at High Point Market invites you to join Sue Wadden, Sherwin-Williams Director of Color Marketing, for the presentation of the 2024 Colormix® Forecast, Anthology: Volume One. Attendees will receive the exclusive Sherwin-Williams 2024 Colormix® Forecast brochure. This course will take the participant on a tour of the beautiful inspiration, factual statistics and perceptive research that support the 2024 forecast for color and design trends. Sponsored by Sherwin-Williams in partnership with ANDMORE at High Point Market. (1 CEU) Register to attend.
Speakers: Sue Wadden
Streamline Your Purchasing Processes
Universal Furniture International, Inc. Location: Universal Furniture International, Inc. Shuttle Stop: 15 (Red Line)
Purchasing is one of the most important aspects of running a successful firm. Learn processes, tips, and tricks from the experts on how to budget for and streamline your purchasing process and optimize your relationships with vendors to keep your projects running smoothly and your clients satisfied. Understanding the full cost of purchasing (ie your time commitment); How much time to budget for purchasing and procurement; Why the best price isn’t necessarily the lowest cost for you.
Speakers: Rick Campos, Kate Lester, Peter Mitchell, Bria Hammel
"Souper" Sunday Lunch
Sarreid Ltd. Location: Sarreid Ltd., Commerce & Design, Floor 3, 3D Shuttle Stop: 14 (Red/Green Line)
Join your Sarreid family for some delicious soups!
Sherwin-Williams 2024 Colormix® Forecast
Sherwin-Williams Location: Sherwin-Williams Seminar Room (SAMS T-1022)
Join Sue Wadden, Sherwin-Williams Director of Color Marketing, for the presentation of the 2024 Colormix® Forecast, Anthology: Volume One. Attendees will receive the exclusive Sherwin-Williams 2024 Colormix® Forecast brochure. This course will take the participant on a tour of the beautiful inspiration, factual statistics and perceptive research that support the 2024 forecast for color and design trends.
Speakers: Sue Wadden
Lunch With Home Trends & Design
Home Trends and Design Location: Home Trends and Design Shuttle Stop: 16 (Red Line)
Come stop by the Home Trends & Design showroom at 118 N. Wrenn St. and join us for lunch! We're hosting a catered lunch buffet on the 2nd floor of our High Point showroom every day of Market to keep you fueled up on your furniture browsing journey. If you're feeling adventurous, we'll be serving our famous Mango Margaritas!
Prioritizing Wealth + Health within Your Design Firm
Theodore Alexander Location: Theodore Alexander Shuttle Stop: 13 (Green Line)
With work-life balance and healthy boundaries discussions ever-present and top of mind, join Traci Connell of The Gloss: The Ultimate Glossary of Business Resources for Interior Designers, Lorna Gross of Lorna Gross Interior Design, and Christie Rocha of Sass Says for a riveting and informative conversation surrounding how to achieve health and wealth within your design firm and life. Beloved podcast host Luann Nigara will guide this expert group as they share strategic and tangible takeaways to help bring your company to a place of higher profitability, genuine sustainability, and fulfillment.
Speakers: Luann Nigara, Traci Connell, Christie Rocha, Lorna Gross
Sunday Funday at Chelsea on Green Presents Vincente Wolfe
Chelsea on Green Location: Chelsea on Green, Chelsea On Green, Floor 1, 515 W. Green Dr. Shuttle Stop: 11 (Green Line)
Vincente Wolf kicks off our Sunday Funday with a presentation of his new book “Creative Interior Solutions”. Vincente will share his expertise as a design luminary, followed by an opportunity to purchase a signed copy of this fabulous book. Please welcome Vincente to Chelsea on Green as he gives his insight on his use of Antiques in his contemporary interiors.
Speakers: Vincente Wolf
Driving Traffic with Advanced Digital Marketing Strategies
Home Furnishings Association-HFA Location: Home Furnishings Association-HFA, Plaza Suites, Floor 1, 1-527 Shuttle Stop: 9 (Green Line)
Join our seminar on driving traffic to your store with digital advertising through the power of forecasting and collected data. Learn how to harness the potential of data to optimize your marketing strategies and maximize your store's visibility. Discover the secrets to leveraging forecasting techniques with your digital advertising to target the right audience at the right time, effectively driving traffic and boosting sales. Gain insights into advanced digital advertising tools and tactics, and first-party, data-driven approaches. Don't miss this opportunity to unlock the potential of digital advertising and propel your store toward success!
Speakers: Fredy Wright
Marketing the Luxury of Design to Attract Affluent Clients
Feizy Rugs Location: Feizy Rugs Shuttle Stop: 18 (Red Line)
Renowned interior design marketing consultant and business coach Melissa Galt delivers valuable tips and tools on how to attract and retain wealthy clients. Along the way, with her trademark wit and candor, she provides crucial advice to help your interior design business needs to increase revenue while reducing stress. Book signing to follow!
Speakers: Melissa Galt
Interior Motives - Designing a Career with Passion with Debbe Daley
Antique and Design Center Location: Antique & Design Center Welcome Lounge
For anyone who ever wanted to build a career doing what they enjoy and monetizing their passions, Debbe Daley shares the inspiring story of her own experience as a young single mother who felt stuck on one path, desired another, and, as a result, took concrete steps toward building and sustaining a career as an interior designer and entrepreneur. A book signing of "Interior Motives" will follow Debbe's presentation and refreshments will be served.
Speakers: Debbe Daley
Suite Spot Tour with Dalia Soles
Suites at Market Square Location: Tour will depart from the Sherwin-Williams Designer Lounge, Top Floor of SAMS (SAMS T-646)
Design should be inspiring & fun! Join us for an insightful journey with fearless founder of Design Assisted, Dalia Soles, as she showcases what she has discovered as new resources at ANDMORE at High Point Market this Fall. Dalia will feature her favorite hot & fabulous design finds, through all three floors of The Suites at Market Square and our new Shoppe Object floor – showcasing what’s creative, invigorating & fun. Presented by ANDMORE at High Point Market. RSVP required.
Speakers: Dalia Soles
Forging Ahead: The Design Process of US-based Lighting Brand Hubbardton Forge
IHFC Location: Hubbardton Forge, IHFC, IH211 & 212
Join us as we sit down with VP of Design David Kitts as he walks us through the fascinating steps of the lighting design process, including the metal forging that happens in Vermont to make the one-of-a-kind lighting the brand is known for, and a chance to take a piece of the process home with you. Presented by Hubbardton Forge, in partnership with ANDMORE at High Point Market.
Speakers: David Kitts
Scale, Color, and Texture: Why the Details are Important
High Point Market Authority Location: The Point (on Commerce Ave, one block from the Transportation Terminal)
Join us for an engaging panel discussion that delves into the fascinating world of design and explores the significance of scale, color, and texture in various artistic and practical contexts. This thought-provoking session aims to unravel the crucial role that details and play in shaping our experiences, whether in architecture, interior design, visual arts, or product development. In this panel discussion, esteemed experts from diverse backgrounds will come together to share their insights, experiences, and perspectives on the subject matter. Through interactive conversations and illustrative examples, they will delve into the power of details.
Speakers: Kristi Hopper, Christopher Todd Hall, Niki Flanagan, Jessica Duce
You Deserve To Make Great Money Doing What You Love
American Home Furnishings Hall of Fame Location: American Home Furnishings Hall of Fame Shuttle Stop: 5 (Green Line)
Join Gail Doby, co-founder of the industry’s premier interior design consultancy, Pearl Collective, as she guides you through the roadblocks that hold you back from really making the money you deserve doing what you love. Learn the 5 most common fears that cause entrepreneurs to fail and how to sidestep them. Hear firsthand the 3 biggest business mistakes and learn how Gail and her co-founder, Erin Weir, adapted their business and practices to resolve those same issues in their operations. Walk away with tools to help you push through emotionally-charged mindset hurdles on your way to business mastery and, finally, live the business and personal life you’ve wanted for so long.
Speakers: Gail Doby
Designing for the Elite: Prep Your Business to Serve High-End Clients
Universal Furniture International, Inc. Location: Universal Furniture International, Inc. Shuttle Stop: 15 (Red Line)
Ready to take your interior design business to new heights and attract dream clients? Join Sandra Funk's game-changing workshop on scaling your interior design business and watch your success soar. She will guide you through proven strategies and techniques to effectively scale your business and cater to the needs of high-end clients. Discover how to price your projects for maximum profitability in the luxury market; master the art of creating an exceptional client experience; and scale your business while doing what you absolutely love.
Speakers: Sandra Funk
Bobo Intriguing Objects: The story of Bobo as told by founder, Mark Sage
Hooker Furnishings Location: Hooker Furnishings, Showplace, Floor 3 Shuttle Stop: 1 (Transportation Terminal)
Visit the Designer’s Theatre in the Hooker Furnishings Showroom at Showplace to hear from BOBO Intriguing Objects Founder, Mark Sage, on how BOBO was started and what the future of BOBO looks like with Hooker Furnishings.
Speakers: Mark Sage
Wine & Cheese Pairing Party with Kristen Forgione of THELIFESTYLEDCO®
Mitzi by Hudson Valley Lighting Location: Mitzi by Hudson Valley Lighting, Market Square, Mezzanine, M70, M90, M97, M99 Shuttle Stop: 29 (Red Line)
Enjoy a taste of Organic Desert Living with a wine and cheese pairing party in honor of Kristen Forgione's debut lighting collection, THELIFESTYLEDCO® x Mitzi Tastemakers. Mix and mingle with Kristen and the Mitzi team under the glow of this minimal and modern signature collection.
Sunday Funday at Chelsea on Green
Chelsea on Green Location: Chelsea on Green, Chelsea On Green, Floor 1, 515 W. Green Dr. Shuttle Stop: 11 (Green Line)
What’s that sound? Oh my, listen for the Steel Drum as Minsky Delmonte will begin entertaining us at 2pm. Food and drinks will be provided as you sway to the music. Kader Boly returns to Chelsea on Green for a Live Painting event which begins at 5pm. Raised in a family of nomadic herders, on the plains of West Africa, Kader grew up surrounded by livestock and other wildlife indelibly which shaped his unique artistic perspective. Welcome Kader and his artist talents back to Chelsea and enjoy the experience.
Cocktails Daily
Sarreid Ltd. Location: Sarreid Ltd., Commerce & Design, Floor 3, 3D Shuttle Stop: 14 (Red/Green Line)
Mimosas, Beer, Wine!
Selecting and Tracking the RIGHT KPIs for Success
Home Furnishings Association-HFA Location: Home Furnishings Association-HFA, Plaza Suites, Floor 1, 1-527 Shuttle Stop: 9 (Green Line)
Whether launching a startup or running a well-established furniture store, tracking the right KPIs is vital for understanding organizational performance. Data-driven insights show whether you’re delighting customers, maintaining proper inventory and supply chain, how you’re doing on margins, and so much more. In this session, we will explore the KPIs that new businesses should focus on to understand growth potential and spot impediments. We'll focus on KPIs for established businesses that measure efficiency, product quality, and customer satisfaction. Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights and practical strategies to help new and established furniture businesses thrive in today's dynamic landscape.
Speakers: Asad Ahmed
Corey Damen Jenkins Q&A Session
Hancock & Moore Location: Hancock & Moore, 200 Steele, Floor 3, 323 Shuttle Stop: 17 (Red Line)
Sit down with internationally acclaimed interior designer, Corey Damen Jenkins, for a question and answer session on some of the industry's biggest issues.
Speakers: Corey Damen Jenkins
KEYNOTE SERIES - Right at Home with Bobby Berk
High Point Market Authority Location: High Point Theatre (located in the Transportation Terminal)
Join Bobby Berk, an Interior Designer, Emmy-nominated Host of Queer Eye, and first time Author, on Sunday, October 15th in the High Point Theatre. Moderated by the celebrity Interior Designer and design psychology expert Kelli Ellis, they will discuss Berk’s new book “Right at Home” and the intersection of design and mental health. Berk will share why he chose to write a book dedicated to how good design is for the mind, the connection between your space and self-care, and how we can all use design to better our lives. The first 400 guests will receive a signed copy of Berk's new book. Presented by the High Point Market Authority. Sponsored by Karastan.
Speakers: Kelli Ellis, Bobby Berk
MEET THE MAKER: Homes and Gardens Meets Christopher Farr Cloth
Julian Chichester Location: Julian Chichester Shuttle Stop: 25 (Red Line)
Join Homes and Gardens' Global Brand Director Sarah Spiteri in conversation with the creative mind behind Christopher Farr Cloth, Michal Silver. Chatting all things behind the brand, how to break boundaries and pave the way for visionary creations, including Christopher Farr Cloth’s new collection by renowned interior designer Kit Kemp, that will be showcased on a curated selection of Julian Chichester’s furniture pieces.
Speakers: Michal Silver, Sarah Spiteri
Smartphone Photography Tour - Hands On Perspective!
Suites at Market Square Location: Tour will depart from the Sherwin-Williams Designer Lounge, Top Floor of SAMS (SAMS T-646)
Join Linda Holt, photographer, instructor and founder of Linda Holt Creative, on this tour around Market learning how to take those must-have shots. Learn about indoor vs. outdoor lighting, how to angle for the best perspective, ideas on how to boost your store & brand visibility and so much more. Open to attendees of all skill levels. Q&A will be available afterwards for more intensive insights. Presented by ANDMORE at High Point Market. Register to attend!
Speakers: Linda Holt
The Alchemy of Antiques -Incorporating Vintage + Antiques in Your Business Model -Panel moderated by Hadley Keller
Antique and Design Center Location: Antique & Design Center Welcome Lounge
Savvy design pros have long acknowledged the value of vintage and antique pieces in interior design and have developed a keen understanding of how to use them as a tool that enhances their business. Join the Design Leadership Network's Hadley Keller in a lively and educational conversation with designers Tanya Lewis, Blair Moore, Glenna Stone, and author Michael Diaz-Griffith as they share their expertise on sourcing, pricing, designing, and creating value with antiques. A book signing of "The New Antiquarians - At Home with Young Collectors" by Michael Diaz-Griffith will follow the panel discussion.
Speakers: Hadley Keller, Tanya Lewis, Blair Moore, Glenna Stone, Michael Diaz-Griffith
NEW Collection - Fiji
The Wallpaper Company Location: The Wallpaper Company Shuttle Stop: 25 (Red Line)
Launch of our new collection with the experts.
Suzanne Duin Collection Celebration
Currey & Company, Inc Location: Currey & Company, Inc, IHFC, Main, Floor 1, M110 Shuttle Stop: 1 (Transportation Terminal)
Meet Houston-based interior designer and antiques dealer, Suzanne Duin as we celebrate additions to her new lighting collection for Currey & Company. Suzanne’s collection is inspired by years of travel to France collecting antiques and her love of woven natural fibers – rattan, water hyacinth and more. She believes that every family home requires the elements of warmth that only nature can bring. These new designs fit perfectly with the Currey & Company aesthetic and our sustainability efforts.
Speakers: Suzanne Duin
Designer Appreciation, a Toast to You
Kindel, Karges, Councill Location: Kindel, Karges, Councill, 200 Steele, Floor 1, 103 Shuttle Stop: 17 (Red Line)
Come see what is new at Kindel Grand Rapids and see some fresh new faces!! We want to celebrate you, our designer, and show you how much we value your business and partnerships. Cocktails each afternoon during Market from 3-5pm.
Afternoon Treats at the Suites
Suites at Market Square Location: Suites at Market Square
Come mingle with us as you have a refreshing treat while you network with your peers! Perfect place to pick up a refreshment and then explore the Suites at Market Square to see what’s new! Compliments of ANDMORE at High Point Market!
INTERHALL Cocktail Parties
IHFC Location: IHFC: INTERHALL 1st Floor
Where Market Mixes! Daily specialty cocktails throughout INTERHALL in IHFC. Compliments of ANDMORE at High Point Market.
Complimentary Fall Refreshments
IHFC Location: IHFC - Floors 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7
Join us for a complimentary refreshment while you shop & network with your peers through IHFC. Compliments of ANDMORE at High Point Market.
Book Signing + Bubbly with Andrea Schumacher and Thom Filicia
Vanguard Furniture Co Inc Location: Vanguard Furniture Co Inc Shuttle Stop: 18 (Red Line)
Join us for a book signing of Vibrant Interiors, Living Large at Home by Andrea Schumacher hosted by Thom Filicia, whose furniture is featured in the book. Enjoy light bites, specialty cocktails and endless design inspiration in the Vanguard showroom. RSVP encouraged, by 10/12/23 to events@themlhagency.com.
Speakers: Andrea Schumacher, Thom Filicia
Happy Hour with InsideOut Performance Fabric
Gabby Location: Gabby Shuttle Stop: 19 (Red Line)
Join us on our outdoor patio for a refreshing beverage from InsideOut’s infamous Sip Sip Truck!
Design Edge Discovery Tour
High Point Market Authority Location: Cyan Design, IHFC - C258, Floor 2
Join Design Edge founder, Lee Hershberg, on a tour of several favorite Design Edge showrooms. Starting off at Cyan Design, we'll enjoy networking, product discovery, and a greeting from company leadership before moving on to also explore Fine Art Handcrafted Lighting, Global Views, Jamie Young, Palecek, Loloi Rugs, Leftbank Art, and Phillips Collection. Please RSVP at https://forms.gle/8PnCLm79XnhKMbt7A.
Speakers: Lee Hershberg
Join Us for Happy Hour
ICON Bunks Location: ICON Bunks, Suites At Market Square, Mezzanine, M-1007 Shuttle Stop: 14 (Red/Green Line)
Join ICON Bunks and ULE Modern for Happy Hour every night from 3pm to 6pm. We will have a signature cocktail each night and charcuterie snacks! We look forward to meeting you all at the show.
Happy Hour
Hooker Furnishings Location: Hooker Furnishings, Showplace, Floor 3 Shuttle Stop: 1 (Transportation Terminal)
Happy Hour @ Clyde's Cafe
Happy Hour
HMi Group---Hooker Furnishings Location: HMi Group---Hooker Furnishings, 220 Elm, Level 2, 200 Shuttle Stop: 14 (Red/Green Line)
Happy Hour @ Hooker Furnishings 220 Elm Showroom
Celebrating Design Excellence: Fairfield's Virtual Design Challenge Winner Event with Christopher Todd
Fairfield Chair Company Location: Fairfield Chair Company, 200 N. Hamilton St., Floor 1, 100 Shuttle Stop: 18 (Red Line)
Join Fairfield in celebrating its third Virtual Design Challenge winner, Christopher Todd, as the legacy brand showcases his exceptional design brought to life in the Fairfield showroom. Experience the brilliance of Christopher's vision and raise a toast to this remarkable achievement of talent, creativity, and collaboration.
Speakers: Christopher Todd, Dixon Mitchell
Explore The Challenges in Expansion & Relocation For Furniture Stores
Home Furnishings Association-HFA Location: Home Furnishings Association-HFA, Plaza Suites, Floor 1, 1-527 Shuttle Stop: 9 (Green Line)
Uncover the hottest real estate markets with the largest growth areas in the U.S. Learn how to effectively analyze your real estate strategy to make the optimal decision of leasing or purchasing a new store expansion. Join this session to make informed decisions for long-term success.
Speakers: Julius Feinblum
Spend-sational! The Business and Responsibility of Buying for the Home
Suites at Market Square Location: Sherwin-Williams Seminar Room (SAMS T-1022)
Join Traditional Home Design & Style editor Krissa Rossbund as she leads a discussion of the many facets of buying goods for the home. Our guest panelists will share their ideas of gauging how to support the design industry without pushing clients into what they don’t need; educating clients about materials and quality over quantity and building a business model that supports that; and gauging the concept of spending and splurging and when it’s best to execute each. We’ll also address the allure and environmental responsibility that’s a benefit of buying used, vintage, and antique pieces, and how gift and lifestyle elements can be incorporated into the home. In partnership with Traditional Home and ANDMORE at High Point Market. (1 CEU)
Speakers: Breegan Jane, Michael Del Piero, David Ecton, Lance Jackson, Krissa Rossbund
The New Interior Design Services Pricing Model
Universal Furniture International, Inc. Location: Universal Furniture International, Inc. Shuttle Stop: 15 (Red Line)
The design industry is constantly evolving and so should the pricing models of interior designers! In this detailed and actionable presentation, you will learn brand new ways to: 1) Price your services for guaranteed profit and project pleasure, 2) Develop specific types of design services that your clients can choose a la carte to fit their needs, 3) Detail the deliverables of your services for project functionality and client satisfaction. You will leave this presentation armed with all of the methods to start pricing your services profitably, easily, and fairly for all involved while charging your value, in a brand-new and effective way!
Speakers: John McClain
Bubbles & Beauty - Happy Hour At Antique & Design Center
Antique and Design Center Location: Antique and Design Center, Market Square, Ground, G 1-74 Shuttle Stop: 29 (Red Line)
Finish up those long Market days at the Antique & Design Center with some bubbly (water or prosecco - your choice) and some beautiful antiques! We guarantee you'll get your second wind as soon as you breathe in the beauty that abounds at the ADC!
Happy Hour
Porter Designs Location: Porter Designs, Centers of High Point: Hamilton, Level 2, 230 Shuttle Stop: 5 (Green Line)
Cheers! Join us for Northwest Beer & Wine during our daily Happy Hour!
Art and Design with Joe Turner and Justin Q Williams
Leftbank Art Location: Leftbank Art, IHFC, Hamilton, Floor 3, H304 Shuttle Stop: 1 (Transportation Terminal)
Join us for an insightful discussion on art and design featuring Leftbank Art's latest abstract artist, Joe Turner, and designer Justin Q Williams. Following the conversation, enjoy a cocktail hour with refreshments and appetizers.
Speakers: Justin Q. Williams, Joe Turner
The Future of Home Decor: Meet The Designer Machine - Washable Rug from Annie Selke
CODARUS Location: CODARUS Shuttle Stop: 27 (Red Line)
Are you ready to elevate your design game to new heights? We invite you to an exclusive event with Annie Selke that will redefine your perspective on rugs and flooring solutions. Get ready to witness a revolution in design and functionality that will leave you and your clients spellbound. These rugs are more than just functional; they are iconic Annie Selke Designs that will add an unparalleled sense of style to your projects. Plus enter a GIVEAWAY with an opportunity to win a Washable Rug of your choice!
Sagebrook Home Grand Opening Party
Sagebrook Home Location: Sagebrook Home, IHFC, Design Center, Floor 5, D520 Shuttle Stop: 1 (Transportation Terminal)
This Fall, Sagebrook Home will be celebrating the Grand Opening of its new showroom & the debut of Elevarre, the new select lifestyle brand. Cocktails & Hors d'oeuvres will be served. RSVP to appointments@sagebh.com.
Party Celebrating Launch on Sanctuary by Lisa Kahn Collection for Chelsea House
Chelsea House Location: Chelsea House, 200 N. Hamilton St., Floor 1, 104 Shuttle Stop: 18 (Red Line)
Join us for a festive celebration to launch the Sanctuary by Lisa Kahn Collection for Chelsea House. Heavy hors d'oeuvres, drinks and a jazz quartet from Julliard School. We will celebrate Lisa Kahn and her collection, designed to focus on the vital connection between the built environment and the human spirit. Join us at the place to be!
Mango Margarita Happy Hour with HTD
Home Trends and Design Location: Home Trends and Design Shuttle Stop: 16 (Red Line)
Join HTD every night from 5-7pm for our famous frozen Mango Margaritas! We'll be serving up both regular and Mango flavored margaritas, wine and beer from 5pm-7pm every night! Why Mango? HTD is a founding member of the Mango Foundation and manufactures many of its core products from this sustainable hardwood resource.
After Hours at The Point
High Point Market Authority Location: The Point (on Commerce Ave, one block from the Transportation Terminal)
Unwind after a full day of inspiration at Market with beer and wine from local brewery, Brown Truck Brewery. Take time to reflect, connect with other Market guests, or simply put your feet up and enjoy a quick break before heading back out for the evening's social events.
Baldwin Hardware Social Mixer
High Point Market Authority Location: The Point (on Commerce Ave, one block from the Transportation Terminal)
For over 75 years, Baldwin Hardware has been revolutionizing the home hardware industry. Stop by The Point and enjoy an evening of fun and networking with the expert team from Baldwin, see the latest in new products and learn how the right hardware can enhance the overall look and design of every home.
Speakers: Samantha Deacon
Transform the Future 2023 Induction Celebration
IHFC Location: Sheraton Greensboro at Four Seasons
Focused on celebrating the exceptional leadership of the men and women who have helped build and define the home furnishings industry, TRANSFORM THE FUTURE 2023 is a call to lead by fostering an environment that encourages and inspires future leaders. As part of the Foundation's new initiative, the keynote address pays tribute to our new Hall of Fame inductees as they receive the industry’s most prestigious honor at the industry’s greatest networking event. For more information and tickets: https://www.homefurnishingshalloffame.com/transform-the-future-2023
Barenaked Ladies Live at Center Stage
High Point Market Authority Location: Center Stage, in between the Transportation Terminal and Showplace
Join us on Sunday, October 15 at Center Stage as we welcome musical guests Barenaked Ladies. Comprised of four musicians and longtime friends, the popular Canadian band is known for its upbeat musical stylings and playful lyrics, producing hit singles like “If I had $1000000” and “Pinch Me.” The group has earned multiple Grammy nominations over the course of their career, including for "One Week," which earned the top spot on The Billboard Hot 100. Doors open at 6:30pm and the concert begins at 7:00pm. Early entry for buyers is 6:15pm. Complimentary food & beverage will be provided. No one under the age of 15 will be permitted entry. Presented by the High Point Market Authority. Valid Fall Market Pass required for entry.
Monday, October 16
Courtyard Café
220 Elm Location: 220 Elm, 220 Elm, Shuttle Stop: 14 (Red/Green Line)
Enjoy complimentary cookies, coffee, and water.
Coffee & Sweets at the Suites
Suites at Market Square Location: Top Floor of the SAMS (Suites at Market Square)
Stop by the Top Floor of Suites at Market Square for complimentary coffee and mini bites to start your day off right! Compliments of ANDMORE at High Point Market.
IHFC Buyer Breakfast
IHFC Location: IHFC - Floors 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
Start your day off right with a complimentary breakfast bite and beverage in IHFC. Compliments of ANDMORE at High Point Market.
Recapture Customer Attention with Consumer Behavior Insights
Home Furnishings Association-HFA Location: Home Furnishings Association-HFA, Plaza Suites, Floor 1, 1-527 Shuttle Stop: 9 (Green Line)
With declines in search interest, foot traffic, and economic challenges, it is crucial to understand where our customers have gone and how to recapture their attention. Explore the shifting consumer behavior in the "New Norm" and discover strategies to not only maintain but also win market share.
Speakers: Chris Hunt
Free Designer Headshots
HMi Group---Hooker Furnishings Location: HMi Group---Hooker Furnishings, 220 Elm, Level 2, 200 Shuttle Stop: 14 (Red/Green Line)
Stop by the Hooker Furnishings Showroom at 220 Elm Sunday or Monday from 9am to 5pm for a new business headshot! Complimentary hair / makeup touchups + bubbly is included!
Bed Bath & Beyond Trade Membership Presentation
Bed Bath & Beyond Trade Location: Bed Bath & Beyond Trade, Plaza Suites, Floor 1, 1-527, #T-5 Shuttle Stop: 9 (Green Line)
Join us in the HFA Resource center as we present the features and benefits of the Bed Bath and Beyond Trade Program. During this demo you will be able to apply to the program and gain access to your Design Page right away! We will have Trade associates onsite to help assist you with any questions you might have. This is also a great time to network and meet other Trade professionals. Refreshments, such as breakfast, lunch and snacks, are available in the HFA Resource center.
Chelsea Café Lounge
Chelsea on Green Location: Chelsea on Green, Chelsea On Green, Floor 1, 515 W. Green Dr. Shuttle Stop: 11 (Green Line)
Enjoy coffee, a cool drink or your favorite cocktail while you rest/recharge before exploring the curated antique dealers and their wares here at Chelsea on Green.
Hot Spot Tours
High Point Market Authority Location: The Point (on Commerce Ave, one block from the Transportation Terminal)
Enjoy a personal trip through some of the most stunning showrooms at Market with our Fall 2023 Hot Spot Tours! Esteemed Market veterans have put together curated tours consisting of 2-3 showroom stops. Monika Nessbach of Designbar will lead a tour focused on hospitality resources at HPMKT, and Eric Haydel of Eric Haydel Design will show guests his favorite antique spots at Market. Please arrive at The Point by 9:15am ahead of a prompt departure at 9:30am. Tour schedules and RSVP will be available on highpointmarket.org closer to Market.
Speakers: Monika Nessbach, Eric Haydel
Building Opportunity for Creativity Through Personal Expression
High Point Market Authority Location: The Point (on Commerce Ave, one block from the Transportation Terminal)
People feel their homes reflect their true selves, values, hopes, and dreams. As humans, we all share the innate desire to be seen and heard and recognized as unique members of society with a perspective of all their own. In this panel, experts in the home space will dive into the macrotrend of personal expression to share their insights on how designers can demonstrate an understanding of this innate desire with their audience and build opportunities for personal expression in their designs. Sponsored by MOEN.
Speakers: Rachel Zyra, Danielle DeBoe Harper, Kelly Caron, Andrea Lillo
The Six S's of Success to Get Published: a Six-step Blueprint to Help Get You Published
Universal Furniture International, Inc. Location: Universal Furniture International, Inc. Shuttle Stop: 15 (Red Line)
Attendees will gain valuable insights into each stage of the publishing process, from crafting a captivating visual story of their design project to submitting their work. If you're an interior designer, architect, builder or just starting your business, I'd like to help you incorporate my successful workflow into your existing process. For some, rethinking your procedure will be a paradigm shift in how you approach marketing your brand and design projects.
Speakers: Tori Sikkema
Breakfast Bites
IHFC Location: IHFC - Floors 10 & 11
Start your day off right with a complimentary breakfast bite in IHFC. Compliments of ANDMORE at High Point Market.
Science in Design: Color in Culture
Hooker Furnishings Location: Hooker Furnishings, Showplace, Floor 3 Shuttle Stop: 1 (Transportation Terminal)
In "The Color of Culture," Roz Kavander, principal of Roomworks, delves into the intricate relationship between cultural nuances and color choices in design spaces. With a focus on health and well-being, Roz argues that understanding the cultural background of an occupants’ space is pivotal for making color choices that resonate emotionally and psychologically. Culture is not one thing, it is about many different influences and colors have varying symbolism and impact across these different cultures. Color influences mood, mental health, and even productivity.
Speakers: Linda Kafka, Roz Kavander
Inside THE MET X Eichholtz
Eichholtz Location: Eichholtz Shuttle Stop: 1 (Transportation Terminal)
Introducing, THE MET x Eichholtz. Join Luxe Interiors + Design Senior Vice President Kate Kelly Smith in conversation with Eichholtz Chief Creative Officer Edwin van der Gun and Head of Global Licensing & Partnerships at The Metropolitan Museum of Art Josh Romm as they explore the groundbreaking 90-piece collaboration. Discover how the brand distilled centuries of inspiration from the world-renowned institution, translated to a contemporary application and gain insight into the fascinating collaborative process. Learn how to expertly incorporate storied pieces into modern day interiors in a way that celebrates their rich past and lasting legacy. Reception to follow.
Speakers: Kate Kelly Smith, Edwin Van der Gun, Josh Romm
Interior Designer Casting Call
Odette Location: Odette Shuttle Stop: 16 (Red Line)
Are you an interior designer aiming to enhance your brand at High Point Market - perhaps speak on a panel? Join Odette Furniture's Q&A session with industry leaders Kelli Ellis and Mary Beth Zaehringer. Learn invaluable tips for thought leadership, identifying opportunities, and leveraging the platform to increase visibility. The session equips you to stand out in the competitive market. Special highlight: an invitation for interior designers to learn more about the opportunity to speak on a panel within their showroom during the Spring 2023 High Point Market!
Speakers: Mary Beth Zaehringer, Kelli Ellis
Panel Discussion: Boost Your Furniture Sales Conversion Rate
Home Furnishings Association-HFA Location: Home Furnishings Association-HFA, Plaza Suites, Floor 1, 1-527 Shuttle Stop: 9 (Green Line)
Join our panel of financing experts for an informative discussion on the benefits of offering multiple financing options for furniture customers. Our experienced panelists will dive deep into the advantages of providing customers with diverse financing choices spanning the consumer credit quality continuum. Discussion topics may include: Empowering consumer decision-making, expanding marketing reach, boosting sales and conversion rates, mitigating financial barriers, and navigating regulations and compliance. Get ready to participate in engaging conversations, gain practical knowledge, and connect with industry leaders shaping the future of retail finance.
Iconic Home: Interiors, Advice and Stories from Amazing Black Designers
Suites at Market Square Location: Sherwin-Williams Seminar Room (SAMS T-1022)
Join June Reese of House of June Interiors and Vice President of Black Interior Designers Inc as she sits down among her peers and dives deep into their current design inspirations. During this time, they will share more about their career journeys and unpack what it’s taken to establish them as authorities in the interior design community. From building a strong brand identity to mastering effective marketing techniques, attendees will hear from these designers' successes and failures and will gain invaluable insights on how to thrive in the competitive luxury market. Book signing with June Reese and featured designers to follow! In partnership with BID Inc, and ANDMORE at High Point Market. (1 CEU) Register today!
Speakers: June Reece, Laura Hodges, Byron Risdon, Nicole White
Inspiration, Innovation and Information: A Maison & Objet Reportage by Patti Carpenter
CODARUS Location: CODARUS Shuttle Stop: 27 (Red Line)
Join Global Trend Ambassador, Patti Carpenter, a luminary in the field of design trends, as she takes you on an extraordinary journey through international trends and influences in decoration and design that will impact color, print, pattern, surface designs, and materials for the U.S. home and gift industries for 2024 and beyond. Calling all visionary interior designers seeking to stay ahead of the curve in the dynamic world of decoration and design! CODARUS invites you to an exclusive event that promises to ignite your creative spirit, expand your horizons, and equip you with unparalleled insights into the future of interior aesthetics.
Speakers: Patti Carpenter
The Blooming Board Pop-up
High Point Market Authority Location: The Point (on Commerce Ave, one block from the Transportation Terminal)
Offering a fresh assortment of salads, grain bowls, charcuterie, and desserts, The Blooming Board in The Point offers an easy and accessible lunch for Market-goers. Stop by, fuel up, and check out the Market resources available in The Point.
"THREE"
High Point Market Authority Location: The Art Gallery (TAG) at Congdon Yards | 400 W. English Rd.
“THREE” features the artwork of three female artists from Greensboro, NC - Agnes Preston-Brame, Adele Wayman and Sallie White. The three painters are friends and are delighted to be showing their artwork together. Each woman is well-versed in the tradition and history of painting and has dedicated years to developing and transforming their art to create significant bodies of work.
Daily Happiness
Varaluz Location: Varaluz, Market Square, Floor 2, 204 Shuttle Stop: 29 (Red Line)
Join us daily for the happy things in life! Tequila, Tamales, and Treats (cupcakes to be exact) all served daily beginning at 11 AM. Let Jorge introduce you to over 40 types of tequila with a tasting and then follow that up with homemade tamales and salsa so good you will want to slap your Grandma or hopefully buy some Varaluz! Follow that up with a sweet treat to give you the sugar you need for the rest of your day and you should be all set!
Iconic Home: Interiors, Advice and Stories from 50 Amazing Black Designers Book Signing
Suites at Market Square Location: Sherwin-Williams Seminar Room (SAMS T-1022)
Meet & Mingle with June Reese, along with Laura Hodges, Byron Risdon and Nicole White, while getting your copy of Reese’s new book Iconic Home: Interiors, Advice and Stories from 50 Amazing Black Designers signed. Iconic Home includes features with these designers and more! Books will be available for purchase onsite.
Speakers: June Reese, Laura Hodges, Byron Risdon, Nicole White
Ngala Trading hosts Vibrant Interiors book signing with Andrea Monath Schumacher
Ngala Trading Co. Location: Ngala Trading Co. , Suites At Market Square, Ground, G-7015, G-7020 Shuttle Stop: 14 (Red/Green Line)
Please join Andrea Monath Schumacher at the Ngala Trading showroom as she signs her first design book, Vibrant Interiors: Living Large at Home. Known for her utterly fearless design sensibility, Andrea is a leading Colorado designer, a House Beautiful Next Wave Designer, and a Kips Bay Decorator Show House designer. Her new book focuses on how people can maximize their lives in every room of the house. Ngala Trading, known for their sustainably- and ethically sourced luxury African lighting, furniture, and home decor, will host a celebratory "sundowner" (South African happy hour) to celebrate Andrea's first monograph.
Speakers: Andrea Monath Schumacher
Suite Spot Tour with David Cohen
Suites at Market Square Location: Tour will depart from the Sherwin-Williams Designer Lounge, Top Floor of SAMS (SAMS T-646)
Hospitality & creativity in the Suites! Acclaimed hospitality expert David Cohen, founder of Artistic Design Works, will guide us through his insightful resources for hospitality designers, interior designers and retailers at ANDMORE at High Point Market this fall. Spend time with David, pick his mind for new ideas, and learn from one of ANDMORE at High Point Market’s hospitality experts on this intimate guided tour. He’ll introduce you to his favorite products and exhibitors, offering you a new perspective on what can be seen through all three floors of The Suites at Market Square and our new Shoppe Object floor! Presented by ANDMORE at High Point Market. RSVP required.
Speakers: David Cohen
Unveiling the Future: The Power of 3D Renderings for Project Profitability and Client Satisfaction
Universal Furniture International, Inc. Location: Universal Furniture International, Inc. Shuttle Stop: 15 (Red Line)
Discover how interior design renderings drive greater project profitability by streamlining decision-making, reducing costly changes, and fostering seamless communication among project stakeholders. Delve into real-life case studies, where renderings have enhanced budgeting accuracy and accelerated project timelines, resulting in substantial cost savings for clients and design firms alike.
Speakers: Camia Brown, Fernando Duque, LuAnn Nigara, Kelly O’Neil
The Art of the Pivot
Theodore Alexander Location: Theodore Alexander Shuttle Stop: 13 (Green Line)
A reality of life and business is that sometimes, change is necessary. Hosted by Theodore Alexander, join some of the nation’s top designers, Lorna Gross of Lorna Gross Interior Design, Christian Ladd of Christian Ladd Interiors, and Beth Diana Smith of Beth Diana Smith Interior Design, as they share the ways they’ve followed their intuition to make significant career shifts and find their design sweet spots, moderated by Hadley Keller, Editorial Director of Design Leadership Network. Attendees will learn to lean into change when opportunities arise and become multifaceted professionals—lunch and cocktail reception to follow.
Speakers: Hadley Keller, Lorna Gross, Christian Ladd, Beth Diana Smith
Pricing For Profit - Lunch and Learn Panelist Presentation
Zimmerman Chair Location: Zimmerman Chair, 310 N. Hamilton St., Floor 3, S-311 Shuttle Stop: 18 (Red Line)
Pricing For Profit - The dilemma of pricing is one all businesses face but perhaps even more so for Interior Designers. The old model of cost plus has been hitting most clients the wrong way and limiting what designers make as profit as well. Please join us for an in-depth and honest conversation with a panel of star designers, moderated by Heather McManus of The Designers Collaborative. Lunch will be served after the panel. Panelists include Gordon Kessler - Partner at Gordon + Johnson Interior Design, Sara Brennan - CEO and Principal Interior Designer at Sara Lynn Brennan Interiors, Kelly Schellert – CEO of Ethos Design Collective and Ceanii Designs, and Lesley Myrick - CEO of Lesley Myrick Interior Design.
Speakers: Kelly Schellert, Lesley Myrick, Gordon Kessler, Sara Brennan
Designer's Treasure Hunt
Chelsea on Green Location: Chelsea on Green, Chelsea On Green, Floor 1, 515 W. Green Dr. Shuttle Stop: 11 (Green Line)
Join us at Chelsea On Green for a global treasure hunt! Teaming up with ICID World and Mydoma Studio, we're calling all interior designers to explore rare treasures and connect with the future of design. Beyond the hunt, get a glimpse of how Mydoma Studio and ICID World are revolutionizing interior design. And don't miss out on tasty treats and a shot at winning fabulous prizes!
Met Monday
Wendover Art Group Location: Wendover Art Group Shuttle Stop: 18 (Red Line)
Come and check out our latest collection in collaboration with The Metropolitan Museum of Art. Our new introductions are inspired by over 5,000 years of art and culture, bringing history to life in a uniquely modern way. Get ready to be inspired!
Lunch With Home Trends & Design
Home Trends and Design Location: Home Trends and Design Shuttle Stop: 16 (Red Line)
Come stop by the Home Trends & Design showroom at 118 N. Wrenn St. and join us for lunch! We're hosting a catered lunch buffet on the 2nd floor of our High Point showroom every day of Market to keep you fueled up on your furniture browsing journey. If you're feeling adventurous, we'll be serving our famous Mango Margaritas!
Colour Hive 2024 Global Trends
Suites at Market Square Location: Sherwin-Williams Seminar Room (SAMS T-1022)
Colour Hive, the trend and color experts behind MIX Magazine, presents a key section of their global color, material & finish forecast for 2024. Profiling the signals driving consumer demands, and a focused design theme for the season, Samantha Duha, Director at Colour Hive, will explore how this design direction will inform design concepts and influence the creation of meaningful design solutions for the decorative and interior markets. Presented in partnership with Sherwin-Williams, Colour Hive and ANDMORE at High Point Market. (1 CEU) RSVP today!
Speakers: Samantha Duha
Colour Hive 2024 Global Trends
Sherwin-Williams Location: Sherwin-Williams Seminar Room (SAMS T-1022
Colour Hive, the trend and color experts behind MIX Magazine, presents a key section of their global color, material & finish forecast for 2024. Profiling the signals driving consumer demands, and a focused design theme for the season, Samantha Duha, Director at Colour Hive, will explore how this design direction will inform design concepts and influence the creation of meaningful design solutions for the decorative and interior markets.
Speakers: Samantha Duha